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Tips from the Dadant & Sons How to Start a Bee Smoker Video Learning how to start a bee smoker — and keep it lit — is an essential skill for all beekeepers. Start With a High-Quality Smoker A bee smoker is one of the most important tools for working with a colony of honeybees. The Dadant Smoker 4 X 7 Stainless Steel …
When it’s time to install package bees, make sure you have all your equipment and supplies ready before you begin! Tips from the Dadant & Sons How to Install Package Bees Video Start with a hive stand and a screened bottom board Ventilation and temperature regulation are crucial for honey bee colonies. Adding a hive stand and screened bottom board helps the bees …
Making your own sugar syrup ahead of time is a great way to prepare for the arrival of your package bees! When your package bees arrive, having enough sugar syrup ready to feed them will help the honeybees adjust to their new home in your hives. For each package, we recommend making one gallon of syrup. How to Make Sugar Syrup for …