New Hive Record System with App that Beekeepers Are Talking About
Are you tired of losing your hive notes to the wind and rain, or struggling to track your colony’s progress over time?
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Summary: In today’s video, Ray Hewitt unboxes and tests a brand-new solution from Germany: the PSK Beekeeping Record Card system. This unique system combines a rugged, pin-based physical board that stays on your hive with a powerful mobile app that scans your data and automatically generates progress graphs.
What we cover in this video:
Unboxing the PSK System: See exactly what comes in the box, from the mounting options (screws vs. Velcro) to the 15-pin tracking system.
Field Demonstration: Watch how easy it is to record hive number, colony strength, brood status, and queen details—including her age based on the international color code.
The App Experience: We show you the “secret sauce”—how the app scans the physical card to create a digital history of your hive’s health and food stores.
Pros & Cons: Ray shares his expert opinion on what’s missing (like mite counts) and how it compares to other methods like Post-it Notes or the Queenright Dial.
Join the Conversation: We are considering becoming a U.S. distributor for this system and would love your feedback!
Would you use a system like this in your apiary?
Do you think the app integration is a game-changer for small-scale beekeepers?
Let us know in the comments!
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