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Water for Bees
Wednesday, January 13th, 2010
We are in the middle of a really cold seasonal spell. Your bees however, will still need water if there is a day when they can fly. A good method is to place a shallow container containing pebbles and filled up to just below the tops of the pebbles with water and place it close to the hives, thus avoiding a long flight which could prove fatal to the bees. You will however need to check it regularly to make sure it hasn’t frozen.
Also, make sure the snow isn’t blocking ventilation holes or entrances, clear as necessary.
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Oxalic Acid Treatment
Sunday, January 3rd, 2010
Now is a good time to treat your bees for Varroa with Oxalic Acid. Choose a calm, warm, (if possible), day. Work quickly and quietly to avoid disturbing the bees any more than is necessary. If you can, it’s better not to use any smoke as I find it agitates the bees too much, something on a cold winter day to be avoided.
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Check your Beehives
Tuesday, December 29th, 2009
Now is an excellent time to check your hives for damage by the weather, vermin etc.
It’s also a good time to clean all your tools and equipment in readiness for the forthcoming season.
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