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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
02:10 Upon inspecting what was my strongest hive there were no eggs, larva or brood. Could there be a virgin queen yet to be mated?
03:55 I've tried catching a swarm with an empty frame with limited success. I have the swarm reacher that I havent used yet.
06:55 I had to kill a hot hive and used soapy water. Can I rinse the comb and let the bees clean it up? 14:47 I just installed a nuc with a charged queen cell. I removed the cell. Is that enough to cut their swarm instinct?
18:41 I have a strong hive with a clipped queen. There is a huge cluster of bees under the hive visor. Is this a swarm?
24:14 I will be unable to monitor my hives for a full month this spring. What should I do to prep my bees?
33:33 What is your reason for removing your emergency feed sources in the spring?
38:16 Would you feed hive alive fondant to a swarm?
40:05 Would sewage treated water or water with heavy metals be harmful to honey bees?
43:02 How can I make sure my package of bees stays around until my queen arrives?
48:47 Thought and tips for using bettercomb?
58:40 Tips on starting hyssop plants?