Ohio 6-30-10. I was at my hives and happened to see a couple drones on the ground out front. Then i saw a worker bee pulling a drone pupau onto the porch. My question, Is this normal for this time of year. Thank you in advance, Ken
These bees were hived first week in may. At this time they are working on their 3rd medium. Haven't been in hives for 2 wks. Perhaps its time. Open to suggestions as what too look for. Thanks Ken
"... Open to suggestions as what too look for. ..."
at least 5 frames of syrup/honey. id check about every 10 days. with a little practice, you can "heft" the back of the hive (tilt it forward)and judge weather you're losing weight (eating down the stores) during the dearth.
good luck,mike
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