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Been doing a lot of thinking and talking lately about the role of drones (beyond mating) in relation to the beehive. It seems most beekeepers try to keep a minimum of drone comb in their hives. I think this is a mistake.
Are there any studies relating hive health and drones in a hive? For several reasons I think hives with some drone comb are healthier than hives with little or none. Does anyone have any thoughts on this?
What's the best way to add drone comb to a hive? Put a shallow frame in a deep and let the bees build the comb on the bottom or put a frame without foundation and let the bees do what they will or...other suggestions?
Are there any studies relating hive health and drones in a hive? For several reasons I think hives with some drone comb are healthier than hives with little or none. Does anyone have any thoughts on this?
What's the best way to add drone comb to a hive? Put a shallow frame in a deep and let the bees build the comb on the bottom or put a frame without foundation and let the bees do what they will or...other suggestions?