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How Splitting Influences a Colony’s Ability to Winter Successfully

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Splitting a bee hive—a practice where one strong colony is divided into two—has both benefits and risks when it comes to overwintering. Its impact on winter survival depends on several key factors, including timing, colony strength, and post-split management. Potential Impacts of Splitting on Winter Survival 1. Reduced Initial Strength 2. Queen Issues and Brood […]

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How to Use a Double Screen Board in Beekeeping

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Image by Leung Kwok Tung Ktleung via Pexels The Double Screen Board An Indespensible Tool A double screen board (or Snelgrove board) is a versatile beekeeping tool used for advanced techniques like, swarm control, splitting hives, introducing new queens, and more. Here’s a step-by-step explanation of its primary uses and setup. Basic Concept General Method for

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