Yesterday I joined the Association group at the Apiary for the oxalic dosing session. This was demonstrated using a trickle 2 dispensing bottle which provides 5ml doses and is remarkably easy to perform. I purchased a dosing bottle and four hive doses from the association at member rates for my home apiary.
Today I took the opportunity to apply the oxalic to my hives. This was an opportunity to see the inside of the hives in their winter state. The three National 14 x 12 hives looked good but the WBC which houses the last swarm I collected appeared to have a smaller cluster than the others. I squashed a block of fondant down and applied it to the top of the frames so the bees can easily access it.
I plan to move the hives if we get a decent cold spell during the next couple of months so I am hoping for some cold weather soon.
Today I took the opportunity to apply the oxalic to my hives. This was an opportunity to see the inside of the hives in their winter state. The three National 14 x 12 hives looked good but the WBC which houses the last swarm I collected appeared to have a smaller cluster than the others. I squashed a block of fondant down and applied it to the top of the frames so the bees can easily access it.
I plan to move the hives if we get a decent cold spell during the next couple of months so I am hoping for some cold weather soon.
