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(Another) probably daft question but I was wondering if Hivemakers thymol mix for feed should be repeated continually throught the autumn feed period, or just the once (do hope not as I've must have made 4 batches of it so far, they seem quite keen).

I've assumed up to now that it should be a continual benefit from throughout winter, but thought I'd better check that there's no danger of them OD'ing on it?
 
You have the right idea. It's an ongoing thing for the winter stores generally, but you should be finished feeding in the next few weeks.

After that you wouldn't be wanting to give them any more as you ideally want it all eaten before you start supering in the spring.

For the stimulative feed in the spring either minimal thymol to prevent fermentation or no thymol as you feel. As long as they aren't trying to store it then, you should have no problem at all.
 

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