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- Location
- Devon/South Hams
- Hive Type
- National
- Number of Hives
- 5
In my first year and started off with virgin foundation (fresh) in all hives. Started off with small cast swarms, which have built up nicely. However 2 frames ( both outer)in 2 hives have been ignored by the bees all season, with only the minimum of starting to draw comb on them. Obviously I want them to have maximum comb in the National BB to overwinter. Just finished Apiguard treatment, and today started winter feed from Rapid feeders.
Queens are active, plenty of brood - with space left for more.
Will they start to draw out these last 2 frames now as I have started feeding? ( today I moved them more into the centre of the hive- but did not split the brood).
They are not low on stores for the moment, and have been actively foraging, as our weather remains good.
Any tips on what I can do to help things along?
Queens are active, plenty of brood - with space left for more.
Will they start to draw out these last 2 frames now as I have started feeding? ( today I moved them more into the centre of the hive- but did not split the brood).
They are not low on stores for the moment, and have been actively foraging, as our weather remains good.
Any tips on what I can do to help things along?