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Hi,
I am considering using a pollen trap. What do I need to know about how to dry the pollen once collected?
Thanks,
Tim

Hi,
I have a had very good experiences with VA Bee Supply. Jerry is most helpful, has good prices and equipment, plus I prefer spending with a small local VA business. I enjoy the hour drive and...

IF you have chosen to paint new unfinished(raw pine) hives - which do you recommend:

A: a coat of primer then a coat of paint
OR
B: two coats of paint

The reason that I ask is...

Hi,
I use staples that are chisel tip which helps to lessen splitting, also coated with a bit of adhesive that softens from the impact of driving through the wood which adds a bit to bonding and...

http://bss.sfsu.edu/holzman/courses/Fall01%20projects/SBEEFIG3.jpg
with the words "The Pollinator"

Hi,
Sorry to hear of all the bee losses and I can empathize. As a new beek (April, 2010) I lost my only 2 hives about 6 weeks ago. They had plenty of stores and good ventilation. Running all...

HD
I have read and understand your comments but my post #11 asks if anyone has a dimensional diagram for a "box/hive body jig". Thanks for your concern.
Best,
Tim

Any updates would be appreciated.
THANKS!

I expect that by simply tweaking the dimensions a bit that Ross's My Old Tools jig can be adapted to create a hive body/box assembly jig. Since I am not real great at creating dimensional spec...

Hi,
I am interested in locating a reputable source for hygienic, chemical free bred bee/queen packages raised in Virginia preferably, if possible, in the mid to northern part of the state as I would...

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I am interested in locating a reputable source for hygienic chemical free bred bee/queen packages raised in Virginia preferably in the mid to northern part of the state as I would plan to pick...

Again I just suggest that this program is worthy of your support,
I have accessed it on my android based phone and it works.

www.hivetracks.com

Thanks

PS. I have no interest in the company...

Hi,
What a great job the team at Hive Tracks is doing. Their software package is terrific and continually improving. It's FREE just download it at www.hivetracks.com It would be great if there...

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I do not have an answer for you and there may not be an inexpensive domestic source for refractometers. I applaud your support of Maxant. I fully respect you and your right to make any and...

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I fully support your freedom to buy what and wherever you feel is best for you all that I ask is that you consider supporting American manufacturing and keeping small family companies moving...

Hi,
I was bothered by the eBay listings you refer to as well. It lists the item location as in Ithaca, NY but if you read further down in the description the text says "...Shipping will be made...

Hi,
You might also look into http://www.hivetracks.com It is fairly new free software for tracking your hives. The developer is always looking for suggestions and is still in the creative...

What's new in the works?

Mark,
The more I read the better HiveTracks gets. Thanks again to you for your devotion to the beekeeping community !!! No need to reply just keep at the keyboard !!!

All The Best,
Tim Hayes

Mark,
Used HiveTracks again and like it better each time.
Thanks,
Tim

Mark,
Just did a full inspection yesterday and found Hives Tracks a terrific help. Can't wait for the planned updates to the system. Thanks and keep up the great work on the program.
Best,
Tim...

With our current economic situation may I humbly suggest, if living in USA, that we all buy items made here in the USA if possible, even if they do cost more.
Thanks,
Tim

Hi,
I think you have a terrific product in development and encourage you to continue...it's great! Thank you!

During this beta period you must get swamped with all sorts of "input" as to what...

Hi All,
I just started beekeeping this spring with two pkgs of Italians w/ marked queens from GA, which I installed 4/17/2010. I have 2 hives in my yard located in an older mature landscaped...

Hello again,
Thanks for all the replies. In posting (#9 on this thread) I was hoping to get replies offering specific techniques to help reduce the chances of my hives swarming. Thanks again !!...