Big Sugar Farm

Amazing day to hit all 62 hives with a final round of OA to hopefully kill off any remaining mites. I was surprised to see so much pollen coming in with three different colours. Was also surprised to see brood in a few hives I popped open for a quick inspection. Great day to be outside and just enjoying the bees. I don't have my glasses so hopefully the pictures look ok. Can you spot the Queen?

Great afternoon in the BeeYard. Last assements on weight and adding insulation under the top covers. The greater majority of colonies look great with a few smaller ones and a few light ones.

Still taking down the feed. Hive top feeders have been ignored so moved to pail feeding inside an extra hive box. The heat from the colony keeps the feed warm so it can be stored away. Only have 8 colonies that are light and have lots of capped fall honey supers to put back on if they don't make the required 100lbs

Making candles and wax blocks today. We should have quite a few available for sale in the next week or so.

Been working on getting organized in the barn. Almost there