Started 2 hives may 6th. First check today, queens have been released,building white comb.Feeding 1to1 on foundation frames. Bees really busy bringing in pollen. Beeing a newbe assuming all is well. Just one question,What is the best smoking material for the smoker? Once again thanks to everyone in advance, Ken
there is no "best" thats like asking whats the best color. i used hay bale twine for many years, but its all now treated with insecticide, then used burlap sold by walter kelleys- its cheap, reliable, consistent, and handy. the last 5 years i've been using pine shavings sold as pet(rodent) bedding as i've found it to be a little cheaper and to last longer. some use dry grass, pine needles, and sumac heads. some even use cigars and pipe smoke-but i dont recommend them as not consistent or heavy enough. you never know when you're gonna drop a frame and need heavy smoke. good luck,mike
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