Very interesting video Chuck! You have quite a sizeable operation. Thank you again for taking time to make these videos. I really enjoy watching them along with your commentary.
@@chuckshoneybees Can I ask you a question? In a new nucleus that I am trying to make with fresh eggs, after 5 days I found about 8-10 queen domes, while today, 10 days later, I found only 4 royal cells. It's normal? Furthermore, thanks to your videos, I saw that 2 of 4 these real cells are "too long" and therefore not good.
Yes.. the hive makes as many cells as it can when the hive is determined to be queen-less, after a few days they break down many of the cells but leave 2-3 usually. This is because they want to be sure to have a viable queen hatch, but no so many queens as to waste resources or unneeded queens.
Two is probably the right ratio with nothing else. Its all about number of g of OA exposure to the hive. its not an exact science, but testing for mites is your indicator if you have enough.
Chuck, enjoy your videos. Got a loaded question. The sponges that you are using are extended release OA? It's my understanding that those haven't been approved yet have they? I would love to use them, but didn't know if allowed. I know it's being done and have heard it's going to be approved in the near future. Would love to use them.
Very interesting video Chuck! You have quite a sizeable operation. Thank you again for taking time to make these videos. I really enjoy watching them along with your commentary.
Glad you like them!
I like your work. Thanks.
I appreciate the support.
Nice video. love to watch them.
Glad you like them!
Thanks Chuck, there's a lot to learn!
Glad to help
@@chuckshoneybees Can I ask you a question?
In a new nucleus that I am trying to make with fresh eggs, after 5 days I found about 8-10 queen domes, while today, 10 days later, I found only 4 royal cells.
It's normal?
Furthermore, thanks to your videos, I saw that 2 of 4 these real cells are "too long" and therefore not good.
Yes.. the hive makes as many cells as it can when the hive is determined to be queen-less, after a few days they break down many of the cells but leave 2-3 usually. This is because they want to be sure to have a viable queen hatch, but no so many queens as to waste resources or unneeded queens.
@@chuckshoneybees
Thanks a lot for the answer.
Tomorrow I will check and leave only one cell, the best one.
Enjoyed your video
Glad you enjoyed it
Thanks Chuck!
You are very welcome
Chuck, I thought the lab wanted adult bees. you put nurse bees in.
Hey Chuck, I was curious about your sponges. Only one sponge because you have strips already? I did 2 per brood chamber. Thanks
Two is probably the right ratio with nothing else. Its all about number of g of OA exposure to the hive. its not an exact science, but testing for mites is your indicator if you have enough.
@@chuckshoneybees well, it seems your doing things right. I really enjoy the videos!! Thanks again.
Chuck, enjoy your videos. Got a loaded question. The sponges that you are using are extended release OA? It's my understanding that those haven't been approved yet have they? I would love to use them, but didn't know if allowed. I know it's being done and have heard it's going to be approved in the near future. Would love to use them.
Do you find that the OA strips you apply reduce the mite count or keep them from going up?
If you keep the OA in the hive they are reduced for sure.
Chuck whats your going rate for a 3 frame nuc?
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