Beekeeper’s Super Secret: When to Add a Honey Super!
FULL video on my channel. Discover when and how to add a super to your beehive! We’ll show you our rule of thumb, assessing bee coverage, and inspecting frames. Learn to maximize honey production and keep your bees happy! #BeekeepingTips #Beekeeping #HiveInspection #HoneyBees #BeekeepingTips #BeekeepingForBeginners #HoneyHarvest #BeeYard #SustainableFarming #SaveTheBees #BeeHealth
The Amazing Rainy Day Bee Rescue
Ray braves the rain to catch an amazing swarm on a low branch! With determination and courage, he faces the elements, showcasing his passion for beekeeping. And guess what? We found the queen! In this thrilling short video, watch as Ray responds to a bee swarm call, demonstrating his expertise and knowledge in beekeeping. He skillfully collects them into a box, despite the downpour that challenges him at every turn! With each movement, you can see his care for the bees and his commitment to their safety. See the bees huddled together in their new home, all while the rain falls around them, creating a unique and captivating atmosphere for this incredible moment in nature. Don’t miss this exciting adventure that highlights the beauty of bees and the dedication of those who protect them!
Honey Bound Hives: Queen’s Space Crisis = Honey Shortage!
Discover how honey-bound conditions in beehives can drastically reduce honey production! We explore how bees filling boxes with honey limit the queen’s laying space, impacting the workforce. Learn to identify and address honey-bound colonies for a thriving hive! #HoneyBound #BeehiveProblems #HoneyProduction #QueenBee #BeekeepingTips #SustainableBeekeeping #BeeColonyHealth #BeekeepingLife #HoneyBees #SaveTheBees
New Beekeeper? Don’t Expect Honey (Yet!)
New beekeeper? Don’t expect much honey your first year! We’re reinforcing expectations in the bee yard. Sometimes you’re surprised, but colonies usually need a year to build up before the nectar flow passes. Learn more about beekeeping! #Beekeeping #HoneyHarvest #FirstYearBeekeeper #BeeYard #NectarFlow #HoneyBees #BeekeepingTips #BackyardBeekeeping #HoneyProduction #SustainableBeekeeping
What I Learned and $$ Earned After One Year As A Beekeeper On YouTube!
Ray reviews the first anniversary of making beekeeping videos on YouTube, sharing insights on what I have learned throughout this incredible journey. He discusses the best and worst videos that have shaped my channel, highlighting the moments that resonated with viewers and those that didn’t quite hit the mark. Additionally, Ray reflects on what I have earned over this past year, not just in terms of financial gains, but also in the valuable experiences and connections made within the beekeeping community. Join me as I take a deep dive into the highs and lows of my first year on this platform, offering tips and advice for aspiring YouTubers in the beekeeping niche, and celebrating the milestones that have made this journey so fulfilling.
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Beekeeper’s Honest Take: Why Honey Production Isn’t Always Sweet!
Explore the environmental factors affecting honey production and how we, as beekeepers, accept these limitations. Learn about the impact of rain and other environmental variables on honey yield. Discover what we can control and what we leave to nature! #HoneyProduction #Beekeeping #EnvironmentalImpact #SustainableFarming #HoneyBees #Agriculture #Nature #FarmingTips #HoneyHarvest #BeekeepingLife
Beekeeping Secret: Why Comb Building Kills Your Honey Harvest!
Explore how comb building impacts honey production! We reveal how bees using nectar for comb reduces honey output. Discover why providing drawn-out comb dramatically boosts honey yield. A must-watch for beekeepers aiming for maximum honey harvest! #HoneyProduction #BeekeepingTips #BeehiveManagement #CombBuilding #Beekeeping #HoneyHarvest #Bees #Apiary #Beekeeper #HoneyBees
Stop Bee Swarms = More Honey! Beekeeper’s Secret Revealed
Discover how preventing swarming can dramatically increase honey production! We share our beekeeping secrets for maintaining massive colonies and maximizing honey yields. Learn how we successfully prevented swarming and boosted our honey harvest. #BeekeepingTips #Beekeeping #HoneyProduction #SwarmPrevention #BeeYard #HoneyBees #BeekeepingLife #SaveTheBees #BeeKeepingTips #HoneyHarvest #Beekeeping101
How I Got 3 Times More Honey This Year!
Ray reviews some important changes that led to increased honey production this year. In this informative video, he shares valuable insights and practical techniques that have proven to be effective in enhancing the yield of honey from his hives. These tips may help you to increase your honey production and improve your beekeeping practices overall. Whether you are a seasoned beekeeper or just starting out in this rewarding hobby, you are sure to find useful advice that can help you achieve better results. Join Ray as he discusses specific strategies and methods that can make a difference in your honey production efforts. Don’t forget to like and subscribe for more beekeeping tips! #beekeepingtips
Are Your Bees Ready for Another Super? Find Out Now! #beekeepingtips
Wondering when is right time to add a super to your bees? I explain how to know.. and one way to add a super with checkboarding.
My Video Course is at www.honeytopbees.com
If checkerboarding is not just honey frames and you are expanding your brood nest, here is some additional information:
3 Common methods:
1. Add Drawn Comb ( or empty frames if that’s all you have)
Insert one or two empty frames in the middle or edges of the brood nest.
Best done in warm weather when bees can keep brood warm.
Use drawn comb if possible-it’s easier for the queen to lay in than foundation.
Don’t break up the brood cluster too aggressively in early spring, or you’ll chill the brood.
2. Add a Second Brood Box
Place a second deep box on top of the existing one.
Move one or two brood frames (with bees) into the center of the new box to encourage upward movement.
Fill the rest with drawn comb or foundation.
Useful when the first brood box is 80–90% full of bees, brood, and food.
3. Checkerboarding
Alternating brood frames with drawn comb or foundation above the brood nest.
Not inserted into the core of the brood nest, but above it.
Helps manage congestion without disrupting the cluster.
Used more for swarm prevention than pure brood expansion.
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