Bee Feeders & Feed
HONESTBEE Entrance Bee Feeder Professional Hive Nutrition Solution for Beekeeping
Item Number : BF-17
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- Material
- High-quality, durable plastics
- Feeding Trough Design
- Anti-drowning with ridges and channels
- Reservoir Transparency
- Translucent for easy monitoring
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HONESTBEE, your trusted wholesale supplier of beekeeping equipment, is proud to present our robust and efficient Entrance Bee Feeder. Designed specifically for commercial beekeepers and bee equipment distributors, this feeder combines a professional aesthetic with exceptional durability and unparalleled functionality, ensuring your colonies receive vital nutrition with minimal disturbance.

Product Overview
The HONESTBEE Entrance Bee Feeder is an external feeding system designed to fit conveniently at the entrance of a standard beehive. It allows beekeepers to provide liquid feed (syrup) to their colonies without needing to open the hive, thereby reducing stress on the bees and saving valuable time for the beekeeper.
Design and Appearance
This feeder showcases a clean, professional design that speaks to its quality and utility. It consists of two main components:
- Translucent Reservoir: A cylindrical, clear plastic reservoir allows for easy monitoring of feed levels at a glance. Its smooth surface facilitates effortless cleaning. A small vent hole on the top ensures proper liquid flow.
- Sturdy Base Tray: A cream/off-white, opaque plastic base serves as the feeding station. It features a carefully designed trough where bees can access the syrup. The base is engineered to securely hold the reservoir and provide a stable platform.
The overall aesthetic is one of practicality and reliability, fitting seamlessly into any professional apiary setup.
Dimensions
The feeder's dimensions are optimized for usability and capacity:
- Total Height: 12.2 cm
- Reservoir Diameter: 10.6 cm
- Base Length (Overall): 18.7 cm
- Base Width: 11.3 cm

These dimensions ensure a substantial feed capacity while maintaining a manageable footprint at the hive entrance.
Material and Durability
Constructed from high-quality, durable plastics, the HONESTBEE Entrance Bee Feeder is built to withstand the rigors of commercial beekeeping operations and varying weather conditions.
- The reservoir is made from a resilient, translucent plastic that resists cracking and clouding, ensuring long-term visibility of feed levels.
- The base tray is crafted from a robust, impact-resistant plastic, designed for longevity and repeated use. Its structural integrity is enhanced by reinforcing ribs and a solid build.

This focus on material quality guarantees a long service life, offering excellent value for money.
Key Features and Functionality
- External Feeding System: Allows for refilling without opening the hive, minimizing disturbance to the colony and reducing the risk of chilling the brood.
- Easy Monitoring: The translucent reservoir provides a clear view of the syrup level, enabling beekeepers to quickly assess when refilling is needed.
- Controlled Access & Drowning Prevention: The feeding trough in the base is meticulously designed with internal structures (ridges and channels) that allow bees safe access to the syrup while significantly minimizing the risk of drowning. These features provide ample footing for the bees.
- Efficient Feed Delivery: A central channel in the base connects the reservoir to the feeding trough, ensuring a consistent and controlled flow of syrup as bees consume it.
- Easy to Clean: The smooth plastic surfaces of both the reservoir and base are easy to clean and sanitize, promoting hive hygiene and preventing the spread of disease.
- Stable and Secure: The design ensures the reservoir fits snugly into the base, preventing accidental dislodging. The wide base provides stability at the hive entrance.
Advantages
- Reduced Hive Stress: Minimizes colony disturbance, leading to calmer bees and more productive hives.
- Time and Labor Saving: Quick refills and easy monitoring save valuable beekeeper time, especially in large-scale operations.
- Improved Colony Health: Provides essential nutrition during dearth periods or for colony build-up, and the anti-drowning design protects the bee population.
- Durability for Long-Term Use: High-quality materials ensure the feeder can be used season after season, offering a reliable return on investment.
- Versatility: Suitable for various feeding needs, including supplemental feeding, stimulative feeding, or providing water.
Application Scenarios
The HONESTBEE Entrance Bee Feeder is ideal for:
- Commercial Apiaries: Efficiently feeding numerous colonies.
- Queen Rearing Operations: Providing consistent nutrition to nucs and mating hives.
- Seasonal Feeding: Supporting colonies during nectar dearths in early spring, late autumn, or dry summers.
- Colony Buildup: Stimulating brood production in new or weaker colonies.
- Distributors: Offering a high-quality, reliable feeder to a discerning beekeeping market.
Value Proposition
For Commercial Beekeepers: This feeder is an investment in operational efficiency and colony health. Its durable construction and functional design reduce labor costs associated with feeding, minimize bee loss, and support stronger, more productive colonies, ultimately contributing to higher honey yields and overall apiary success.
For Bee Equipment Distributors: The HONESTBEE Entrance Bee Feeder represents a product your customers can trust. Its professional appearance, robust build, and practical features make it a desirable item for beekeepers of all levels, particularly those managing multiple hives. Adding this feeder to your portfolio enhances your offering of quality, reliable beekeeping solutions.
Product Summary
| Feature | Benefit | Value for Target Audience |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Design | Clean, functional, and appealing aesthetic | Enhances apiary image; attractive product for distributors |
| Durable Plastic Construction | Long-lasting, weather & impact resistant | Reduced replacement costs; reliable performance |
| Translucent Reservoir | Easy, at-a-glance monitoring of feed levels | Time-saving; ensures timely refills; efficient management |
| External Placement | Minimal hive disturbance during refilling | Less stress on bees; safer & quicker for the beekeeper |
| Anti-Drowning Trough | Prevents bee loss, provides secure footing | Healthier, stronger colonies; maintains bee population |
| Optimized Dimensions | Sufficient capacity, stable at hive entrance | Balances feed volume with practicality for various hive types |
| Easy to Clean | Promotes hive hygiene, prevents disease spread | Supports overall colony health; user-friendly maintenance |
Take Your Beekeeping Operations to the Next Level with HONESTBEE.
For commercial beekeepers seeking efficiency and reliability, and for distributors looking to supply top-tier equipment, the HONESTBEE Entrance Bee Feeder is the professional choice.
Contact HONESTBEE today to discuss wholesale pricing, bulk orders, and how our comprehensive range of beekeeping tools and equipment can support your business success.
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