hive frames

How Long Does It Take For Bees To Fill A Frame With Honey? It Depends On These 4 Key Factors

Discover the 4 factors that determine honey frame fill time: colony strength, nectar flow, weather, and comb state. Set realistic expectations for your hive.

What To Do With Wet Frames After Extracting Honey? Let Your Bees Clean Them For Best Results

Learn the best method for managing wet honey frames after extraction. Let your bees clean them to prevent pests and robbing, ensuring clean frames for storage.

How Much Honey Can Be Extracted From One Frame? Maximize Your Harvest With The Right Frame Size

Learn the average honey yield per frame (3-6 lbs) based on Langstroth frame size (deep, medium, shallow) and key factors for maximizing your harvest.

How Do You Tell If A Hive Has A Queen? Look For These 3 Key Signs In Your Brood Frames

Learn the definitive signs of a queenright hive, from fresh eggs to brood patterns. A quick guide for beekeepers to assess colony health without spotting the queen.

How Many Frames Are In A Hive? Choose The Right 8-Frame Or 10-Frame System For Your Apiary

Learn the key differences between 8-frame and 10-frame Langstroth hives, including weight, capacity, and how to calculate total frames for your beekeeping operation.

How Do You Clean Hive Frames? A Guide To Routine Scraping Vs. Deep Sterilization

Learn the two methods for cleaning hive frames: routine scraping for maintenance and caustic soda sterilization for disease prevention and harvest prep.

How To Extract Honey From Frames Manually? A Simple Guide To Crush And Strain

Learn the step-by-step crush and strain method for manually extracting honey from frames, including required equipment and key trade-offs for beekeepers.