Extracting 192 pounds of honey...in December.

[@timfeckley1689]

It saddens me to see where my viewing pleasure is heading with the commercials getting longer and also doubling up on the videos and now with memberships being offered it’s only going to get worse,KZbin is just another cable company without the cable so I see that invisible cord being cut in the near future. Maybe some people need those perks like having their names mentioned on social media it shows how self esteem is very weak in our society!🤷‍♂️ like and subscribe is one thing, pay per view is another

[@JeffHorchoff]

Like you, I am no fan of commercials on videos, but I am a believer in compensation for work that is preformed. Anyone who has a KZbin channel know very well how much time and energy is necessary to produce content week after week, especially content that is worth watching, so why should they not be compensated? The fact that KZbin offers skippable adds, and I do subscribe to that option, is one way to make the break in the video a bit more palatable, but realize, ads are the single, largest way for creators to be compensated for their work, and trust me, it is NOT fair compensation. But for many creators, like myself, we make videos because we are passionate about the content that is produced and devoted to all that chose to follow along with it, and THAT is the reason we continue producing content even though the compensation is not fair. Now, KZbin offers "memberships" to creators as another venue to create income for the creators, and I have opted to offer that on my channel. I would argue with you that viewers reasoning for becoming a member is "having their names mentioned on social media." Rather, those that would chose to become members, and those who are already members, do so to offer tangible support of the work I do other than by simply watching the video. It saddens me to hear you talk about "cutting that invisible cord" as you have been a long time viewer, but I understand your point of view, and I do appreciate the time you have spent watching my channel. God's peace Tim. Mr. Ed

[@timfeckley1689]

@@JeffHorchoff I do understand the time it takes to do the videos but I ask why did anyone start their channel in the first place? Was it for fun or the monetary benefit that would possibly come out of it? Or to help others learn or gain knowledge to be better at what they are trying to achieve? If it was for fun then compensation should not be a consideration to continue producing,but if it was to make money then thats a business venture and that’s something I’m not willing to subscribe to. When KZbin started most videos were how to type now there’s just a lot of non-sense garbage with women in spandex or showing their upper assets in order to get people to watch the soft porn, our screwed up society has made their way to my iPad so forgive my opinion your video just hit me the wrong way this morning.

[@JeffHorchoff]

@@donbearden1953 Hey Don, I knew you subscribed to a lot of channels but not that many, man that is a lot!! The compensation KZbin pays to content providers is ridiculous, pennies per thousand views. Never the less, I produce the content of my channel because I enjoy sharing my bee wrangling experiences first of all. Whether I did or not monetized my channel, KZbin would STILL run adds on it. My reasoning behind why I began the "membership" program was driven by request not greed. I have been asked so often by viewers that they would love to support my works and this venue is a way they can put into practice their desire to help. The format of my channel has not nor will be changed, I'm still the same old Mr. Ed making videos about the experiences of a beekeeper/bee wrangler, and other than running skippable ads, it's still free as long as KZbin says it's free, and all are welcomed to watch....or not. Regardless, I'll be making more. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@JeffHorchoff]

@@timfeckley1689 Well Tim, the good news is you will NEVER see or hear anything that is counter to my faith on my channel. In ALL things, my faith leads me. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@NickMeisher]

@@timfeckley1689 I dont mind watching commercials in the content i enjoy. the creator needs to be compensated. youtube is greedy, and created 15 second commercials you can't skip, so take it up with them.

[@tago69mago671]

Another great vid Mr Ed. So educational and interesting at the same time. There is so much more to beekeeping and honey production than the leyman would consider. The reason your vids are so great is because you love what you're doing and that comes across so well. Also love the acoustic guitar music you put on your vids, which is more work for you I know, but just letting you know its appreciated. Much love from the UK!

[@JeffHorchoff]

There really are a lot of different aspects of beekeeping, and I do love showing them on my videos. Thanks so much for finding my channel and for following along. Until the next one, God's peace Paul. Mr. Ed

[@jasonerb2577]

I need to get caught up on my beekeeping videos. I've been side tracked with the holidays and other life things. Great job Mr. Ed...keep the rooster out of those boxes. Peace from Pennsylvania as always.

[@JeffHorchoff]

Other "life things" are way more important than watching a few bee videos, but know I am very grateful when you do take the time to watch one of mine. Thank you for that. God's peace Jason. Mr. Ed

[@Аландейлен]

I saw it coming and I still jumped 😂

[@JeffHorchoff]

Now that's pretty bad! I wish the guys had jumped more but I kind of gave it away by my movements. I hope you enjoyed the rest of the video as well. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@JDEads11]

The scraping was so satisfying to watch. Thanks for the effort, Mr. Ed!

[@JeffHorchoff]

I liked that part as well, and I thought it looked really cool in fast motion. Thanks for watching.God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@bunny_smith]

The gift that just keeps giving. Just seeing you get excited about pulling the old "snakes in the observation hive" bit makes me laugh! 🤣😂

[@JeffHorchoff]

That snake box is my favorite bee hive, it NEVER fails to produce laughs. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@choochoo405]

thanks for starting and ending with the sound of the bees. take care

[@JeffHorchoff]

You know how much I love hanging out with the bees when they are cleaning up the honey supers, the sight and sounds are so invigorating. Thanks for watching. God's peace Nancy. Mr. Ed

[@rachel4483]

I think Mr. Ed might have a jig for everything.

[@JeffHorchoff]

I certainly am a big fan of fixtures. Anything to make my job easier. Thanks for watching. God's peace Rachel. Mr. Ed

[@Jeff_and_Jenny_M]

One of my favorite parts to this process is putting the frames out for the bees to clean up. I love how you finish up your video hanging out with the bees doing their work. Thanks, Jeff for a fun video and for sharing a couple of days in your life! - Jeff, Cincinnati, Ohio.

[@JeffHorchoff]

I'm delighted to share my bee wrangling experiences and even more so a bit earlier to the members of my channel for their extra support, thank you for that Jeff, it is greatly appreciated. Until the next one, God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@Hannebv]

Such a clever jig!

[@JeffHorchoff]

Da jeg forberedte meg på å ta av rammene med honning, skjønte jeg at jeg trengte en bedre måte å holde rammen på, og fordi jeg bare gjorde et relativt fåtall av dem sammenlignet med hva jeg vanligvis gjør, ca. 700, trengte jeg en armatur. Så før jeg begynte, gikk jeg inn i butikken og satte raskt sammen armaturet, og på mindre enn 1/2 time var det gjort. Som det viste seg, fungerte det perfekt, og gjorde jobben med å skrape kappene av veldig enkelt. Hanne, jeg vil takke deg så mye for at du ble medlem på kanalen min. Du gjør meg en stor ære ved å gjøre det, og gaven din blir satt stor pris på. Og å tro at du er i Norge, det er enda mer meningsfullt for meg, siden du må prøve så mye hardere for å forstå hva du ser på. Så takk nok en gang for at du ble medlem, og jeg ser frem til å høre fra deg om flere av videoene mine. Inntil neste, og husk at jeg legger ut en ny video hver fredag, og omtrent en gang i måneden en video kun for medlemmer, Guds fred. Mr. Ed

[@roberthilliard9162]

Good Morning from Texas and Brushpopper Bee Wrangling !

[@JeffHorchoff]

Good morning to you as well Robert, and thank you for checking out the video. I still am impressed we got such a good haul. Until the next one, God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@Joeybagofdonuts76]

Good morning Mr. Ed!

[@JeffHorchoff]

You got to this one a bit late, I guess you are really enjoying Christmas. God's peace Shawn. Mr. Ed

[@JeromeBeeFarm]

Wow, look at that! Mr Ed trained his bees to make chocolate! 😂

[@JeffHorchoff]

More like Louisiana crude oil...only sweeter. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@coinstipatedtexan83]

I'm with you on the weather. I'm from Orange Texas

[@JeffHorchoff]

Cold weather and I just never got along, and now that I'm old, it seems to have gotten worse. I've passed through Orange Texas many time, just east of Beaumont. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@jayjayjames9270]

Hello mr.ed, just wanted to say that I love your video a lot. and just by looking it inspired me by doing beekeeping.i started June 16th and I already have six beehive.and I am looking forward to go bigger thanks for all the information of how to be a beekeeping ❤.

[@JeffHorchoff]

I always say the world needs as many beekeepers as it can get, thank you very much for stepping and becoming one! By the way, I'm very impressed that you already have 6 hives and are looking to expand even more, I wish you all the successes on your journey. I will offer you this one bit of information that I consider paramount, as you continue forward, alway remember to keep the fun in keeping bees. Thanks for watching. God's peace Jay. Mr. Ed

[@armoredsaint6639]

I’m really glade that turned out to be honey!!!

[@JeffHorchoff]

Dark, sweet, and full bodied....just the way I like my honey to bee. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@ashantijackson8548]

Great job Mr.Ed....may God continue to bless you and your 🐝 ❤

[@JeffHorchoff]

Thank you Ashanti, your blessings and kind words are greatly appreciated. Also, thanks so much for watching. Until the next one. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@redfish440]

Thanks Mr.Ed for all of the fantastic content you’ve provided this year, God willing we will see you at the expo, much love to you and yours!

[@JeffHorchoff]

Looking forward to meeting you, make sure you say hello. See you soon...God willing. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@Phil_86]

Great you were able to get more honey for the Abbey. Hope you had a wonderful Christmas Mr Ed! God Bless!!!

[@JeffHorchoff]

The 16 extra gallons will help get us through the year, but I still suspect we will run out before we do our summer harvest. Thank you for your blessings and Christmas well wishes, and a joyous Christmas and New Year to you and yours as well Phil. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@samzavinful]

Speed running capped frames is another activity I could watch for hours... LOL

[@victoryfirst2878]

KEEP up the great work Mr. Ed. The love of bees is stronger than any drug known to man. Have yourself a Happy New Year and hope we both can enjoy Gods green earth for years to come. Peace to you my KZbin friend too. vf 😀😀😀😀

[@JeffHorchoff]

I'll keep making them as long as you will watch.Thank you for your blessings and New Year wishes and may you and yours have a blessed New Year as well. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@lambbrookfarm4528]

Oh man, I have to make some more coffee! Never got below 40 last night. So warm I let the woodstove go out. Fredrick Dunn put out the warning to us Northeastern beeks to check our hives because the bees have been flying much later and more than in previous years....Mr. Ed, I will give you a run for your money in the "cleanliness" category. Or in my case, the "uncleanliness" department". Have fun at the Expo!

[@captbriansbees]

Good morning Mr. Ed and Happy New Year!

[@JeffHorchoff]

Good morning Brian, got an early flight today? Happy New Year to your and yours as well. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@captbriansbees]

@@JeffHorchoff Matter of fact I do. Just a quick easy flt to Dallas and back tomorrow. Thank you and hoping all of us will have a blessed New Year.

[@gunlinebees.3831]

Awesome run on the late season honey extraction and we'll be praying for Jennifer's family. Enjoyed it and God bless!

[@markpashia7067]

Mr Ed giving the Flash a run for the title. Lightning fast uncapping!!! And honey harvest in December.... Sweeeeet. Thanks for the video as always.

[@Jackflash219]

It's a good bit of honey out of all these combs. Not bad for a so called winter crop. God Bless! -Jeremy

[@JeffHorchoff]

Hey brother, I have been meaning to call you for days now. I will make another attempt today. Thank you for your blessings and for watching. God's peace Jeremy. Mr. Ed

[@suzannagibson911]

Looks like a cool winter project

[@JeffHorchoff]

...and it made a pretty cool video. Thanks for watching. God's peace Suzanna. Mr. Ed

[@almostagardener4549]

Looking forward to seeing you at NAHBE 🐝🐝🐝

[@JeffHorchoff]

Make sure you find me, looking forward to seeing you as well. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@josephrawls]

Jennifer will surely be missed.

[@JeffHorchoff]

Yes she will be and by many, many beekeepers. See you in a few days. God's peace Joey. Mr. Ed

[@ccatldy5021]

Good thinking with the jig, it'll save your shoulders & elbows

[@JeffHorchoff]

It worked as good as I had hoped it would, and it only took half an hour to build. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@michaelrredford]

Thanks!

[@JeffHorchoff]

WOW! Thank you so much for your gift Michael, for that and for you taking time to watch the video, I am greatly appreciative, thank you again. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@lynngolubic2654]

No matter where you are, 40* is cold. Happy New Year. Thanks for the wonderful and educational videos.

[@JeffHorchoff]

Darn right 40 degrees is cold. Good thing I know how to layer up real good! And a Happy New Year to you and yours as well Lynn. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@JohnSmith-fo8tw]

Yes sir Jeff in I'm southeastern Oklahoma and it's cold

[@JeffHorchoff]

Stay warm brother, thank goodness it stay warmer longer down here than cold. Thanks for watching. God's peace John. Mr. Ed

[@JohnSmith-fo8tw]

You're welcome and I sure will start warm, yeah I know it's warmer there, my wife is from Louisiana

[@JohnSmith-fo8tw]

Stay

[@ronwade5646]

We go to the store and buy food that will not exist without Bees 🐝🐝🐝🐝

[@JeffHorchoff]

I wish more people would realize that fact, that way, the bees would be better protected. Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace Ron. Mr. Ed

[@russellaymond312]

Good morning Jeff, hope you and your family a Happy New Year. Will see at nabe thanks for videos.

[@JeffHorchoff]

See you in a few days Russell. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@JJDigitalartStudio]

The weather here in Tucson is over 100 for at least 2 months of the year, maybe not in a row but this last year we had 38 days in a row over 100. Your blood thins. Then when it hits 40, it feels like zero degrees. Have a blessed new year Jeff. God bless you and Ralph and Charlie. And your wives, who don't complain when you go wrangle bees.

[@JeffHorchoff]

Stay warm JJ, the heat is behind us but the cold is just beginning. Thank you for your blessings and for watching. Until the next one, God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@lewiemcneely9143]

When I was in SE Asia it cooled down to around 80. I had tower guard and almost froze to death............but I was coming down with malaria.@@JeffHorchoff

[@MissFunkyH]

Happy new year my friend! Hope you are well 🐝

[@JeffHorchoff]

Happy New Year to you and yours as well! Always a delight when your name pops up in the comments. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@genehasenbuhler2594]

HAPPY NEW YEAR Mr Ed!

[@JeffHorchoff]

Thank you Gene, and a blessed New Year to you and yours as well. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@brucekaminskimd3417]

Good morning Mr. Ed, I've been doing honey Do's. This is a fantastic video. I'll sign up to be a member Happy New Year!!!!!!

[@lorenrobertson8039]

I have no idea why youtube has stopped recommending you or sending me notifications for you new videos since around Christmas. ??? Just thought, I miss watching my friends wrangle and do beekeeping so I looked up your channel and am catching up. I so loved your Christmas/winter solstice video...that was awesome Jeff. TY for blessing us by making videos to share your life and joy. I can almost taste that honey...mmm... I can't afford to order any for a while. Finances are tough for us...but I trust my finances along with the rest of our life to God in the name of Jesus. I have been going downhill health-wise, but it is what it is. Just getting older and my Chiari has really been giving me such painful headaches. One day I'll just fly away and I look forward to that time. Just waiting is hard sometimes. I get joy from praying for others. That is about all I do and try to encourage folks. Been so long since I had a successful witnessing to anyone. Makes me wonder why I am kept here. My husband loves me and takes good care of me. Send a big hello to your precious wife, Mona, from me. We are sisters in Christ Jesus after all! Will save the rest of my rambling for other comments lol. witnessnessing

[@JeffHorchoff]

Very often KZbin will cancel subscriptions for no apparent reason, they just do it. I know this for a fact as many of my subscribers have told me the same thing you just did. I don't have an understanding as to why they do it, I just know they do. Know with all certainty, you have a purpose for still being here. God's peace always Loren. Mr. Ed

[@simplegreen6596]

My fav honey is fall honey. So much more complex and nuanced. If its too strong sometimes i'll blend it down 1/4 spring to 3/4 fall..

[@JeffHorchoff]

I have to agree with you, fall honey has way more body to it and tastes better. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@birdnest5814]

That was a good harvest for this time of the year. Happy New Year and God bless 💕😊🙏

[@JeffHorchoff]

I was ecstatic with what we got....especially after the dismal amount we got in the summer. Still, I am grateful for all the gifts God sends me. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@philaandrew100]

Too cold for this guy. Mid to high 30's Centigrade here in West Australia.... I even took my jacket off on Christmas day😂 Nice to see you get a small harvest at the end of the year, Mr Ed.

[@JeffHorchoff]

With our honey harvest of about 80 gallons this year, the additional 16 gallons was a very welcomed addition as we will need it. I would not be wearing a coat if it were that warm either, I do like the warm better than the cold. Thanks for watching. God's peace Phil. Mr. Ed

[@rachelstone4967]

Xmas Day here 39oC = 100.4oF . Hope you had a relaxing peaceful time 🥰

[@JeffHorchoff]

100 degrees, man that's hot...and on Christmas Day. Are you in Australia? Mona and I had a great day together, our second Christmas after being married. I hope you and yours had a great one as well. Until the next time, God's peace Rachel. Mr. Ed

[@AmYisrael18]

awesome video

[@JeffHorchoff]

So glad to hear you enjoyed the video, thank you very much for taking the time to watch it. Also, I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@evanhofmeyr-tg1gl]

One of my best videos was when you snake pranked the school girls. What was it. Six years ago i think. 😂😂

[@JeffHorchoff]

That was one of my most favorite ones as well. One of the young girls in the front fell down she was so frightened by them jumping out. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@dennisbarney869]

You look faster than a uncapper to me lol great vid thanks

[@JeffHorchoff]

I was thinking about hiring myself out to commercial operations during harvest time. I would use this video as a demonstration of my abilities.Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace Dennis. Mr. Ed

[@dennisbarney869]

I watch a lot of your vids love them I also do some cutouts had one for the city water meter last week go figure mid January cutout I need to send a honey sticker for your wall also.@@JeffHorchoff

[@generost5435]

Thanks Mr Ed for another informative video. Happy New Years to you and your family, friends and all the Monks.

[@JeffHorchoff]

Thank you Gene, and a very Happy New Year to your and yours as well. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@dawsonburrell9754]

Did you notice that so many of the frames were mirror images of the wax and honey? Very interesting.

[@JeffHorchoff]

I did notice that, and I really don't know the reason for it. Just another mystery of bees.Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace Dawson. Mr. Ed

[@dawsonburrell9754]

I'm an avid watcher of yours Jeff. I'll be in the booth right beside you next week at NAHBE. Can't wait!

[@MERRLINN]

Can't beat fresh honey in December

[@JeffHorchoff]

Or whenever it just shows up in the mail. Thank you for your kindness and for taking all the time watching my antics. Happy New Year Larry and God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@fishingforbees]

Happy New Year

[@JeffHorchoff]

Thank you, and a very Happy New Year to you and yours as well! Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@kath5201]

Tend to wonder why you haven't put on the Habit? You would make a GREAT monk!

[@JeffHorchoff]

I discerned monastic life for over 10 years and lived with the monks for almost 2 years, but in the end, it was marriage vows I took instead of religious vows. Still, I have deep feelings towards monasticism and continue my prayer life with the monks every day. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@imcmcguiness5110]

Its stinking hot in Sydney Australia. 104°f + every day and storms in the afternoons. My bees are over heating and a lot get kicked out of the hive and hang out the front. Love your advice. Ive learnt everything from you. You're my number 1 bee keeper!! Oh PS there is a movie with Jason Statham coming out In a few weeks called the bee keeper...

[@JeffHorchoff]

I have seen the trailer for the movie...another fast pace, action packed one for sure. You and your bees keep cool in the heat. So happy to hear my videos have helped you in your bee wrangling journey, thank you for your kind words as well. God's peace Steve. Mr. Ed

[@imcmcguiness5110]

@JeffHorchoff Thank you Jeff. You're 1 in a million!. Im amazed you remember my name! So cool

[@o0julek0o]

It sure has been an odd december. It's almost the end, and we still get 10C if not a little more.

[@JeffHorchoff]

Even 50 degrees is cold for me, I'll take 75 all day long. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@lejanvandijk4743]

maybe next time you can use a electric heatgun ,it removes the cappings and it doesn't damage the comb that much.

[@JeffHorchoff]

I used a heat gun years ago and was very unhappy at the job it did. Yes, it uncapped the honey, but as the wax ran down, it sealed the cells below it. Maybe I was doing it wrong, but I was not pleased by the way it worked. Thanks for watching and for your suggestion, it is greatly appreciated. God's peace Lejan. Mr. Ed

[@peterzwicker6491]

A vibrating trim tool with your hand capping tool attached to it would work great.

[@lewiemcneely9143]

BEWARE! The sins of your Observation Hive will find you out! And I saw the Brethren start backing up when you started 'splaining about it. And december seems like a fine time to harvest. Nice and cool to inspire you to keep moving and no bugs! I even exercised the mower last week! So Happy New Year, Buddy and God Bless You and Mona and the Brethren!

[@JeffHorchoff]

Cutting grass in December , what will happen next? Happy New Year to you and yours as well brother. God's peace Lewie. Mr. Ed

[@lewiemcneely9143]

I didn't say I was cutting grass, I was just exercising the mower. We got a battery job and have a heater on a good thermostat under it to keep the batteries from freezing. So far, so good and I saw 3 snowflakes fall a while ago. Winter is hiding behind all these pine trees. God Bless!@@JeffHorchoff

[@djbehrens]

I'll take the cold weather, as I can't handle the heat.

[@horsetuna]

I saw that box sitting there and I knew exactly what was going to happen. And I recognized one of the monks at the back just grinning like an idiot and I knew that he knew as well. I forget his name I saw him in the beard balm video?

[@JeffHorchoff]

Brother Austin has been around the block a few times with me so he knew what was going to happen, those poor guys. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@cathymontgomery7295]

This winter has been pretty mild. If it gets around 50 degrees and not raining my girls are out a little bit. I just hope we don't have a hard cold snap. I'm in Washington state near the Canadian border

[@JeffHorchoff]

I'm a big fan of mild winters as well, and like you dread the thought of a severe cold snap, but whatever comes, we shall endure. Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace Cathy. Mr. Ed

[@carolewarner101]

I'm deeply saddened to hear of Jennifer's passing. 💔 Such a great loss to all who knew and loved her, and of course the bee keeping community there in Louisiana. Holding you all who are grieving in our hearts, whilst rejoicing for her reunion with God. I just want to learn more and have a question about all the nectar that was in the frames you extracted the honey from this time. I always thought that one should wait to extract honey until it's all (or mostly) fully dehydrated, cured and capped by the bees. I remember hearing certain moisture level percentages...maybe something like 17% or lower? I can't really remember the figures I've heard, but I've always just waited until the bees saw fit to cap their honey before harvesting it, trusting they knew best when it was ready! Anyway, I'm curious; won't all the nectar that was still left in some of those frames dilute the honey you collected to a much higher moisture % level? Might it spoil or at least ferment more readily with a higher moisture content? How might it affect the viscosity and/or taste of the honey? Should it be stored in the refrigerator to be kept from fermenting or is it ok in the cupboard like any regular jar of honey? Lastly, if you know anything about making mead, would a higher moisture content in honey change the amount/ratio of the ingredients in the recipes? Many thanks Brother. Have a wonderful time at the conference!

[@JeffHorchoff]

Jennifer will be greatly missed for sure, she was a real presence in the beekeeping community here. It is true, nectar should not be mixed when processing honey as it will lead to fermentation if the moisture content gets over about 17%. However, what I thought was nectar was in fact honey that had not been capped over. Thanks for watching. God's peace Carole. Mr. Ed

[@JoseOrtiz-zb7gq]

Awesome

[@jesstreloar7706]

As I approach the 7th decade of life, it is cold at 68°F any more.

[@JeffHorchoff]

As I am 67 years old, once temps drop below 60 degrees, it's cold. Thanks for watching. God's peace Jess. Mr. Ed

[@mrrberger]

26:36 been watching your vids and you do make your job hard. By 27:30 you've already adjusted for the better. Maybe a table next to the spinner positioning the super at exactly the rim height, minimising back bending and rotation. I've wondered why the whole vertical stack isn't moved on a hand trolley with a high axle pivot to allow the vertical stack to be positioned horizontally at working height. That way every super is at the perfect height without bending up and down.

[@JeffHorchoff]

As the method I used to process the honey in this video is not my normal one, I agree, a lot of the work could have been done easier. However, the job got done, and if I have to do it in the same fashion as I did it in the video, next time I will work smarter. Thank you for your suggestions and for taking the time to watch the video, it is greatly appreciated. God's peace brother. Mr. Ed

[@jon131]

Will you be doing another wax processing videos? Those are my favorite. I'm hoping to see more!

[@JeffHorchoff]

Yes I will, just stay tuned, it won't bee long. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@RobynHicks-b7b]

How many hives do you manage and how many pound of honey do you process from them yearly?

[@JeffHorchoff]

We have about 150 hives that have the potential of producing about 300 plus gallon of honey per year. Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@benjamindejonge3624]

Oh man you need a soft set/ deicer / creamer/ or what ever its called before your honey crystallised. Jennifer RIP

[@JeffHorchoff]

To bad Christmas has passed, you could have given the Abbey one as a gift....I really would have appreciated it. Thanks for watching. God's peace Benjamin. Mr. Ed

[@KristyW72]

Yes Sir that is cold. I don't care what people say.

[@JeffHorchoff]

I just knew I was not the only person who felt that way! Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace Kristy. Mr. Ed

[@DogSerious]

It's too cold here in Southampton UK, the bees are all covered up.

[@JeffHorchoff]

Ours too, it's just about freezing this morning. Thanks for watching, and stay warm. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@darrellhamner4608]

always love to see you pull the "snake hive" trick on the unsuspecting! How did you make it?

[@JeffHorchoff]

It's not to complicated, but way to long to explain it in a comment. One day I'm going to have to make a video on that, it's something every beekeeper needs. Thanks for watching. God's peace Darrell. Mr. Ed

[@cuidandodasabelhasapicultura]

Bom trabalho sucesso 🇧🇷👍

[@JeffHorchoff]

Obrigado e obrigado por assistir também. Além disso, espero que você confira mais de minhas aventuras de luta de abelhas/resgate de abelhas e me diga o que você acha delas. A propósito, eu posto um novo vídeo toda sexta-feira de manhã e espero ouvir de você novamente em breve. A paz de Deus. Sr.

[@Jaynes-Path]

What do you do when the thickness of the comb becomes so uneven that the bees no longer use the whole frame? Also what do you do when the comb becomes thicker than the frame is? With no space between frames anymore the bees start to connect the frames together. If you ever see those things I guess you won't have a answer but if you do then maybe you can show us in your next extracting video? Thank you

[@JeffHorchoff]

Because of the way I rotate out my comb, very little of it is over 3 years old, and at that age it is in very good shape. The comb is leveled out after running it through the uncapper machine. As long as 10 frames are maintained in the brood boxes, that is never an issue. I hope I answered your questions. Thanks for asking and for watching. Also, I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@horsetuna]

Do you ever clean the queen cages? I noticed they always look yucky and one had a half squished bee still in it

[@JeffHorchoff]

I run a pretty tight ship here at the Abbey Honey House, but I don't do a very good job at cleaning equipment punctually, so yeah, the queen cages do look pretty bad, but they still hold the queen when she's caged. Of course I put a rubber band around the cage to make sure she stays inside.Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@horsetuna]

@@JeffHorchoff run them through the dishwasher at the end of the day lol. Thanks for the reply. Enjoying the rest of the video.

[@sacramentobeekeeper]

Have any issues with that 1 HP pump vibrating on the tank fitting? Seems like it would cause issues if there is any tolerance for it to move

[@JeffHorchoff]

None what so ever, and I have been using it for 7 seasons now. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@sacramentobeekeeper]

Good to know. Thank you very much!@@JeffHorchoff

[@fincarosa6767]

I'm with ya!! I moved to the Caribbean 3 years ago,Ohio was too cold!! 50 is cold to me!! I just got my 1st hive, it's heavily waxed, should I still paint it? Thanks again 🐝 🍯

[@JeffHorchoff]

I really don't know if the paint would stick to the box if it is waxed. I know that when a box is dipped in parafin it can be painted while the box is still warm. If allowed to cool, the paint will not stick to it. However, since the box was waxed, it does not need to be painted, it is already protected. When I was a kid we lived in Panama, the Canal Zone, it was the best place I have ever lived and I miss the year round warm weather. Enjoy the Caribbean, I'm jealous. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@fincarosa6767]

@JeffHorchoff thanks for your reply!! In the meantime I've given it a second coat of wax. I also didn't think the paint would stick. Ita okay, I understand about busy time of year. Again, thanks and I really do enjoy the weather here.

[@KubotaManDan]

That thumb nail looked pretty gross, FYI Mr. Ed Happy New Year!!🎉🥳

[@JeffHorchoff]

I used the thumbnail for that very reason, but the truth for me is darker honey always tastes better....and this honey is awesome! Happy New Year to you and yours as well brother. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@SusanTrelease]

What does tallow have to do with honey crystalization?

[@JeffHorchoff]

The nectar from the tallow has a high sugar content and that speeds up the crystallization process. Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@JBone780]

That is some daaaark honey. Vegetation? Or you allow queen to lay in the wax before?

[@JeffHorchoff]

Dark AND great tasting! I assume the darkness came from goldenrod that bloomed in September and October. Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@Λευτερης-π7θ]

The monks, looks like jedi knights. Lol

[@JeffHorchoff]

And they ALL carry light sabers under their robes. Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@peterg1448]

do you use a pull through to get the honey out of the pipes when your done or do you just hang them up? if not look at some pics of Foam Wiping Pig to get an idea for a pull through

[@JeffHorchoff]

I'm familiar with the "pigs," but for me, I simply turn the pipes upside down and let gravity do the work for me. Thanks for watching. God's peace Peter. Mr. Ed

[@fishslayer8533]

Not to mention you don't have much room to move around when installing that pump

[@JeffHorchoff]

...and the pump and motor weighs about 13 pounds. It is a tough job to install it and it is really a 2 man job. Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@fishslayer8533]

@JeffHorchoff gods peace to you as well and thankyou for all the fun content

[@cheneysherry50]

I really hate the cold it's was 31 here in Georgia😢

[@JeffHorchoff]

We must have been cut from the same piece of honey comb, I feel the exact same way. Thanks for watching. God's peace Sherry. Mr. Ed

[@cheneysherry50]

@JeffHorchoff oh yea I really would love to live in Tampa in fla it is a bit warmer. I would really love to live in St. Thomas. God bless and hope your Christmas was awesome.

[@apveening]

Wax off ... Wax off ;) I would have made the supporting flanges of that frame holder a bit narrower (about the same as the thickness of the frame itself) to avoid honey sticking to it. I would also recommend removing a notch on the side near you so you can flip the frames over easily for uncapping of the other side.

[@JeffHorchoff]

I could have made the fixture way better had I given it more thought, but I designed and built it in less than half an hour, and for what I needed it for, it accomplished the task. Still, I like your ideas. Thanks for offering them and for taking the time to watch the video. Until the next one, God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@apveening]

@@JeffHorchoff You're welcome and best wishes for the New Year.

[@kathrynbonnell5037]

Did anyone tell the bees about the passing of Jennifer?

[@JeffHorchoff]

Yes, the job was done. Thanks for watching, and I hope you will check out more of my bee wrangling/ bee rescues adventures and let me know what you think of them. By the way, I post a new video every Friday morning, and I look forward to hearing from you again soon. God's peace Kathryn. Mr. Ed

[@RobinFrazier-rt3bp]

Why don't you have one of those roller things that has a lot of little pins on it . Robin Frazier liberty

[@JeffHorchoff]

I do have one, but for me, the hand scrapper works so much better. Thanks for watching. God's peace Robin. Mr. Ed

[@sharonpasquini5772]

Hi Jeff! I wonder if you could explain why honey crystallizes sooo quickly sooo often. I live in Upstate New York, in the Helderberg hilltowns and all the Raw local honey I bought this year and last year crystallized in a matter of a month or two.

[@JeffHorchoff]

It all has to do with the sugar content of the nectar. I'm not real familiar with the scientific reasons, but trust me, it has something to do with the enzymes in the nectar. Thanks for watching. God's peace Sharon. Mr. Ed

[@stephenurmano2198]

Hey Mr. Ed, how do I buy some of your honey?

[@JeffHorchoff]

If you'd like to buy some of our Abbey Honey, I'd be more than happy to send you some. The cost is $10.00 for a one pound, plastic bottle, and $10.00 for shipping. If you want more than one bottle, the shipping cost is still $10.00 for up to 2 bottles, but each bottle is still $10.00. As soon as I get your check, I will send it out. Make the check out to St. Joseph Abbey but send the letter to: Mr. Ed 75376 River Rd. St. Benedict, La. 70457 If you'd like, I'll even sign the bottle. Looking forward to hearing from you. Thanks for watching. God's peace Stephen. Mr. Ed

[@stephenurmano2198]

Ok I’ll get that check out for 2 bottles. I love your work. I’m sure the bees are thriving.

[@stephenurmano2198]

@@JeffHorchoff will I receive any honey? I received a letter from the Abbey saying they ran out and thanks for donating..

[@kelisurfs247]

Jeff, why is your honey so brown?

[@JeffHorchoff]

Generally, fall honey is darker than spring honey, but for some reason, this honey was extremely dark...and extremely tasty as well! Thanks for watching. God's peace. Mr. Ed

[@HeatherNaturaly]

Isn't that nectar going to cause the rest of the honey to ferment? I have always heard not to include nectar in your harvest.

[@JeffHorchoff]

It was not nectar, it was honey except it was uncapped. You are correct, nectar should not be mixed with honey as it will ferment. Thanks for watching. God's peace Heather. Mr. Ed

[@Yeshua73732]

Does anyone know if the darker the honey the better? Ive been buying literally black honey and to me it seems thicker and a more fruitier taste than the lighter honey! I get the feeling the lighter the honey the more sugar water the bees have had and the darker the honey the less sugar water and more natural, whats made me think this is uk honey the beekeepers have to give them sugar water for them to survive cold but the honey from warmer climates like spain the honey is really dark! Am i right in thinking this any information is appreciated and thanks

[@JeffHorchoff]

I too prefer "dark" honey as I find it has more taste other than just "sweet." I can't speak on the chemistry of darker honey compared to lighter honeys, but I'm positive if the chemistries were compared we would find out the reason. Thanks for watching. God's peace Michael. Mr. Ed

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[@claudemirhonorio6354]

Hello Mr Ed, muito bom dia,eu acho esta centrífuga de mel formidável em,que beleza,parabéns pelo vídeo, que DEUS abençoe seu trabalho, e que DEUS abençoe este novo ano que se inicia.🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝

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[@judithclever1103]

Don't you get some money from utube, for subcribers?

[@JeffHorchoff]

KZbin pays creators for views not for subscribers. Thanks for watching. God's peace Judith. Mr. Ed