a step-by-step overview for testing bees for varroa using the alcohol wash method. The alcohol wash method is still the most accurate method for testing your mite level. other methods can be used intermittently to monitor. In this video, Ray goes over the basic steps from gathering bees to testing. The best frame to use is going to have a mix of bee ages on it, but should include young bees. Younger bees are typically going to be found on frames of brood and larvae.
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My Beekeeping Fail https://youtu.be/PLedRnpChw4?si=9A1dfgsMd6WBP-wc
Honeytopbees Mentoring Club https://www.honeytopbees.com/new-beekeeper-mentoring/
Equipment:
DJI 3
Edited with Filmora
Tags:
#beekeeping #southcarolina #beekeeper #honeyBees #hiveinspection #hivealive #beekeeping2025 #bees #backyardbeekeeping #apiary #honey #beekeepingtips #honeytopbees #southernbeekeeping
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Learn how to extract honey from a beehive at home with this step-by-step guide to small scale beekeeping. Get ready to enjoy your own fresh, delicious honey!
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My Beekeeping Fail https://youtu.be/PLedRnpChw4?si=9A1dfgsMd6WBP-wc
Honeytopbees Mentoring Club https://www.honeytopbees.com/new-beekeeper-mentoring/
Equipment:
DJI 3
Edited with Filmora
Tags:
#beekeeping #southcarolina #beekeeper #honeyBees #hiveinspection #hivealive #beekeeping2025 #bees #backyardbeekeeping #apiary #honey #beekeepingtips #honeytopbees #southernbeekeeping
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Ray reviews why we need to wax ( rewax) our plastic foundations if they are not double or triple waxed from the manufacturer.
– Beekeeping for Beginners
#beekeeping #beeswax
One way to remove foam from your honey, if you don’t have a settling tank. Perfect for hobby or sideliner beekeepers.
Beekeeping Myths Vs Reality – Join Ray as he uncovers surprising truths about the challenges of beekeeping that many overlook! This eye-opening presentation was shared with a new beekeeper class in June in sunny South Carolina, just as our nectar flow wraps up. Check out the full video-based beekeeping class at www.honeytopbees.com! #beekeeping #myths #reality #honeytopbees Subscribe here: www.youtube.com/@HoneyTopBees My Beekeeping Fail https://youtu.be/PLedRnpChw4?si=9A1dfgsMd6WBP-wc Honeytopbees Mentoring Club https://www.honeytopbees.com/new-beekeeper-mentoring/ Equipment: DJI 3 Edited with Filmora Tags: #beekeeping #southcarolina #beekeeper #honeyBees #hiveinspection #hivealive #beekeeping2025 #bees #backyardbeekeeping #apiary #honey #beekeepingtips #honeytopbees #southernbeekeeping Fav Channels: @brucesbees @NaturesImageFarmGregBurns @YappyBeeman @JeffHorchoff @beek @aCanadianBeekeepersBlog @BeekeepingWithNatalee @InsideTheHiveTV @BohemiaBees @castlehives filmora projects
This video is about Before You Quit Beekeeping. So if you are thinking of quitting Beekeeping – consider this video first. There are several things to consider for success in Beekeeping and that’s what this video covers.
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My Beekeeping Fail https://youtu.be/PLedRnpChw4?si=9A1dfgsMd6WBP-wc
Honeytopbees Mentoring Club https://www.honeytopbees.com/new-beekeeper-mentoring/
Equipment:
DJI 3
Edited with Filmora
Tags:
#beekeeping #southcarolina #beekeeper #honeyBees #hiveinspection #hivealive #beekeeping2025 #bees #backyardbeekeeping #apiary #honey #beekeepingtips #honeytopbees #southernbeekeeping
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Ray from Honey Top Bees in SC tells some of his story of initial failure when he first started keeping bees, despite being the son of a successful beekeeper!
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My Beekeeping Fail https://youtu.be/PLedRnpChw4?si=9A1dfgsMd6WBP-wc
Honeytopbees Mentoring Club https://www.honeytopbees.com/new-beekeeper-mentoring/
Equipment:
DJI 3
Edited with Filmora
Tags:
#beekeeping #southcarolina #beekeeper #honeyBees #hiveinspection #hivealive #beekeeping2025 #bees #backyardbeekeeping #apiary #honey #beekeepingtips #honeytopbees #southernbeekeeping
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– Step-by-step directions on how to make a honey warming box to decrystallize honey
– Building a honey warming box
#honeywarming #crystalized #beekeeping #beekeeper #bees #beekeepers #honey
List Parts Used:
Wire Holders https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07J4H65DK/
Thermostat https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01486LZ50
Lamp https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B094V4LKNV
Fan https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07VYGQPCZ/
Subscribe here: www.youtube.com/@HoneyTopBees
My Beekeeping Fail https://youtu.be/PLedRnpChw4?si=9A1dfgsMd6WBP-wc
Honeytopbees Mentoring Club https://www.honeytopbees.com/new-beekeeper-mentoring/
Equipment:
DJI 3
Edited with Filmora
Tags:
#beekeeping #southcarolina #beekeeper #honeyBees #hiveinspection #hivealive #beekeeping2025 #bees #backyardbeekeeping #apiary #honey #beekeepingtips #honeytopbees #southernbeekeeping
Fav Channels:
@brucesbees @NaturesImageFarmGregBurns @YappyBeeman @JeffHorchoff @beek @aCanadianBeekeepersBlog @BeekeepingWithNatalee @InsideTheHiveTV @BohemiaBees @castlehives filmora projects
