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This is my 2nd year as a beek and I have two hives. I've got a bit of problem this spring and would very much appreciate any sage advice on the matter.
I have a hive that has had it population explode this spring with the nectar flow we've had. They are currently in two deeps that are fully drawn out. I failed to give them adequate space ahead of time and when I did my checkup 4-5 days ago I found 6-7 swarm cells. I destroyed them and ordered components (don't have any extra equipment on hand) for another hive to preform an artificial swarm/split. I rushed the order but it likely won't be here till late next week. I believe the reason they are wanting to swarm is being overcrowded but I could be misinterpreting. Both deeps are nearly fully drawn out although the queen has plenty of comb she could fill out with brood but she isn't.
My question is there anything I can do to help prevent them from swarming int he mean time? Am I making the right move by splitting them or are there really any other options to successfully prevent them from swarming?
Any and all advice will be very much appreciated!
I have a hive that has had it population explode this spring with the nectar flow we've had. They are currently in two deeps that are fully drawn out. I failed to give them adequate space ahead of time and when I did my checkup 4-5 days ago I found 6-7 swarm cells. I destroyed them and ordered components (don't have any extra equipment on hand) for another hive to preform an artificial swarm/split. I rushed the order but it likely won't be here till late next week. I believe the reason they are wanting to swarm is being overcrowded but I could be misinterpreting. Both deeps are nearly fully drawn out although the queen has plenty of comb she could fill out with brood but she isn't.
My question is there anything I can do to help prevent them from swarming int he mean time? Am I making the right move by splitting them or are there really any other options to successfully prevent them from swarming?
Any and all advice will be very much appreciated!