Bee nuc

Beekeepers who split hives to prevent swarming will want to know how to make their own nucleus colony (nuc) box. Learn what a nuc box is and how to make one.

How To Build A Quick 5-Frame Beehive Nuc Box - It's helpful this time of year to have small beehive boxes at the ready for swarms and such. Thankfully you can build FOUR 5-frame beehive nuc boxes from one single sheet of plywood! #TexasHomesteader

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I’m not saying you should never destroy extra queen cells, but if you have only a hive or two, it may be worth conserving the cells you have.

With the bees flying and my brain getting its bee on I began thinking about the nucs I plan to make in June from our sponsor hives, and the ...

Your first beekeeping start-up cost will be your bees. You might be lucky enough to catch a wild swarm for free, but most people begin beekeeping by purchasing a nuc of bees or a package of bees. PRICES MAY VARY IN YOUR AREA OR DEPENDING ON WHERE YOU PURCHASE THEM, BUT YOU CAN EXPECT YOUR INITIAL BASIC BEEKEEPING START-UP COSTS TO BE AROUND $400.

In this article, we discuss when to move bees from nuc to hive & also what time of day are bees most active. Read on to learn more.

Learn how to build your own beehive with our collection of 25 free DIY beehive plans! We have all the information you need to start your beekeeping journey, with clear and simple step-by-step instructions that will make building your own bee box a breeze. From Langstroth hive plans to top bar honey bee hives, these free bee box plans are perfect for those who are just starting out or those who are simply looking to add a new hive to their apiary. Whether you want to make a homemade beehive…

I have never seen this design before. Here is what I am doing: On April 26th, I installed a 3# package of bees in the larger section with 13 frames...