"Thanks again, Randy. Is there a correlation between number and/or size of hive boxes and the magnitude of a mite infestation? I am also curious about why or when you would choose to feed the bees pollen versus candy or syrup? Based on what I've…"
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How many hive bodies in ABQ?
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I am somewhat new to beekeeping, and recently received my first package of bees. I am wondering how many hive bodies people in Albuquerque typically have? Is one sufficient or are 2…Continue
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Rhea Trotman replied to Rhea Trotman's discussion How many hive bodies in ABQ?
"Thanks, Peter! I definitely have a lot to learn about mites and other pests, and would prefer to go the more natural route. I'm curious to learn more about the heat mat device you mentioned. "
Rhea Trotman replied to Rhea Trotman's discussion How many hive bodies in ABQ?
"I think that's great advice!"
Randy S. replied to Rhea Trotman's discussion How many hive bodies in ABQ?
"I believe that mites are the number one problem in most hive losses too. It is probably a good idea to do a mite count to determine how big a problem they are before treatment. I have read and heard that oxalic acid is a good mite treatment that is…"
Peter Jarmo replied to Rhea Trotman's discussion How many hive bodies in ABQ?
"I Agree, if you ask 10 beeks for opinions you’ll get 20 answers; so i just try to find the ‘truth’ or whatever works for my situation somewhere in between... I use all deep langstroth bodies (4 hives, 1st year back trying…"
Randy S. replied to Rhea Trotman's discussion How many hive bodies in ABQ?
"I tend to avoid those who say there is only one way to do something in beekeeping. Logic and experience tells me that here in NM as well as around the world there are many ways to accomplish the same thing. To illustrate, we have learned that it is…"
Rhea Trotman replied to Rhea Trotman's discussion How many hive bodies in ABQ?
"Thanks Randy! Yes, I’m using deep hive boxes and plan to use a queen excluder between by hive body/bodies and honey supers. It sounds like just about everything I’ve read about beekeeping is based on personal preference. For every…"
Randy S. replied to Rhea Trotman's discussion How many hive bodies in ABQ?
"It depends. I’m going to make an assumption that you are using deep hive boxes. A good rule of thumb is if your bottom box is at least 75% full of drawn out comb then you can add on a second deep box on top. You may consider moving a few drawn…"
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How many hive bodies in ABQ?
I am somewhat new to beekeeping, and recently received my first package of bees. I am wondering how many hive bodies people in Albuquerque typically have? Is one sufficient or are 2 recommended?Thanks!RheaSee More
Rhea Trotman is attending Jan Ankerson's event
September Mentor Session at the Open Space Visitor Center Apiary at Open Space Visitor Center
September 15, 2018 from 9am to 11am
Join ABQ Beeks mentors and experienced beekeepers to learn how to work both Langstroth and Top Bar hives at the Open Space Visitor Center Bee Yard. It's FREE! We only have room for 13 beeks per yard visit, so make sure to RSVP (you must be an ABQ Beeks member to RSVP). First come, first served. If you can't make it, kindly remove your name so the next person in the list can attend. Please prepare accordingly: wear light colored clothing, closed-toe shoes, long…See More
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"No Rhea we don't do that. Just get there in plenty of time. Jan"
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Rhea Trotman is attending Jan Ankerson's event
June Mentor Session at the Open Space Visitor Center Apiary at Open Space Visitor Center
June 16, 2018 from 9am to 11am
Join ABQ Beeks mentors and experienced beekeepers to learn how to work both Langstroth and Top Bar hives at the Open Space Visitor Center Bee Yard. It's FREE! We only have room for 13 beeks per yard visit, so make sure to RSVP (you must be an ABQ Beeks member to RSVP). First come, first served. If you can't make it, kindly remove your name so the next person in the list can attend. Please prepare accordingly: wear light colored clothing, closed-toe shoes, long…See More
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- About me:
- Just got my first hive and bees late spring. Excited to learn all I can about beekeeping!
- I use the following type of bee hives:
- Langstroth
- My bee hives are primarily located here (ZIP code):
- 87108
- How best to reach me (Public email or phone)
- rhea.trotman@gmail.com
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- At 6:49pm on May 21, 2018,
Jan Ankerson said… No Rhea we don't do that. Just get there in plenty of time. Jan
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