Is it time to feed pollen?

[MrB]

Is this a good time to start pollen feeding ( i have neopoll) to aid a good early colony growth?

 

[peteinwilts]

it is only january. survival should be their prime concern, not brood

 

[Poly Hive]

a month too early yet.

patience.

PH

 

[MrB]

ok, just want to do the best for them

 

[oliver90owner]

You could, of course, but you may well be needing to feed heavily (to a very strong colony) to prevent starvation before a decent strong spring flow starts. All a balance or compromise. I won't be considering it until the middle of next month, at the earliest. I will be ready, but will only start when I feel it prudent.

Regards, RAB

 

[sahtlinurk]

will the brewers yeast based patty work the same as pollen one? as a source of protein?

Lauri

 

[Poly Hive]

Various reports on that matter.

Pollen pattys are made with pollen, and Pollen SUBSTITUTE are not. I think they sub ones are more for the beekeepers peace of mind.

PH