Sabrina
New Bee
- Joined
- Sep 23, 2010
- Messages
- 28
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- Location
- Worcestershire
- Hive Type
- National
- Number of Hives
- 2
I've been having some trouble with robbing which seems to be (hopefully) MOSTLY under control, but I'm worried about when best to do an inspection.
I've not been into the hive for ages now. They've had their varroa treatments so I'd like to have a good look around before winter, especially with the robbing etc. What would people recommend? I'm not keen to open up the hive when there are gangs of bees hanging around waiting to get in and start a rumpus.
Am I best waiting 'til evening, or doing it first thing in the morning?
Historically I've usually done it late afternoon, and they were always fine with that.
Thanks
I've not been into the hive for ages now. They've had their varroa treatments so I'd like to have a good look around before winter, especially with the robbing etc. What would people recommend? I'm not keen to open up the hive when there are gangs of bees hanging around waiting to get in and start a rumpus.
Am I best waiting 'til evening, or doing it first thing in the morning?
Historically I've usually done it late afternoon, and they were always fine with that.
Thanks