Don’t let your queens get too old!!

[@viahoneybees]

Hey Todd, thanks for sharing. We can all learn a lesson from your experience. I am looking forward to visiting with you this coming weekend. It will be a great time!

[@dcsblessedbees]

Hi Todd, it's very difficult to do it all, it might not have been just Queen age it has been a crazy Fall and Winter on the West Coast so far. You know what many of the other Sideliners and Commercials have been experiencing, Harris has had a high number of losses this Winter also. Todd, I like the idea of Marks Queens, 2025 Bee Season. Blessed Days buddy...

[@lomavistabeeco]

Hey DC… yeah, it has been a crazy year for sure. The virus loads are what’s killing hives right now, not mites. I will be marking my queens this year as well. Bee good!

[@SandyValleyHoneyCo]

Sounds like a solid plan Todd! Thanks for sharing!🐝

[@lomavistabeeco]

It’s gonna be a rebuilding year for sure Matt. See you on Friday!

[@MinnesotaBeekeeper]

Todd given your ant problems last year. Wondering if camphor on the base of your stands might help? Thanks for the updates!

[@lomavistabeeco]

You know…I forgot all about those ants! That was a big reason I lost some in early summer. I have my pallets sitting on oil traps and the ants won’t cross it unless a weed or something blows up against it.

[@ThatBeeMan]

That brick idea is genius!

[@lomavistabeeco]

Lol…I can’t take credit for it Brad. I would have to agree with your comment though 😂

[@dcsblessedbees]

Wow Himbit already, that's a bit early isn't it?

[@lomavistabeeco]

Things are running 2-3 weeks early down here. The Fiddleneck has already started blooming and that’s not usually out until Valentines Day!

[@Mackabees]

Good luck, Todd with grafting and splits.

[@lomavistabeeco]

Thanks Tom! 😀