Nectar flows have ceased and reports are coming in of bee colonies which are short of stores. It is also apparent that Wasps have been very populous in many areas and they too are desperate for nutrition so Beekeepers should be mindful of the need to protect hives from Wasp invasion particularly where feeding is taking place … Continue reading Colony stores shortage warning
Feeding Bees and Starvation
Invertbee Syrup
Please note that as in previous years, an order will be made shortly by the association for Invertbee syrup at a discounted rate for PBKA members only. This syrup is ideal for winter feeding and superior to sugar syrup. For details and to make an order, please ring Jeremy Percy or email him at jeremypercy@gmail.com
Potential starvation risk!
Just to remind all beekeepers that the June gap can still happen and inclement weather, combined with large growing colonies and little or no available forage, can quickly result in a shortage of stores. So be sure to check that your bees have enough food, especially if you have taken off any spring honey. Note that if you … Continue reading Potential starvation risk!
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Low Food Stores
Message from the National Bee Unit! In some regions of the UK beekeepers have reported excessive use of food stores due to the un-seasonally warm weather. It would be advisable that you check your colonies have adequate stores and add supplements if required. With the weather being quite variable, fondant is the best option not … Continue reading Low Food Stores
