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Jean-Marie -
If you are looking for an answer from an American small-time
beekeeper, I am happy to tell you how I handle my 12 (or so) hives.
I am in the farm fields of northern Illinois. I collect from
75 to 200 pounds of honey per hive. It varies a lot by year and by
hive. I use much of my honey my self and keep my family supplied.
I don't often sell my honey, but do barter for produce and
preserves... or what ever someone has to offer. I only produce
liquid honey and extract it myself. It is strained, but not
filtered. I prefer pollin, propolis and the like in my honey...
at least in moderation. I think it is healthier. I use 1 and 3
pound jars as well as canning jars which I acquire from a variety
of sources. I never test for water content, etc, but do mark which
hive each crop comes from. I don't keep all my hives in the same
location, so there is a difference in flavors.
Hope this helps you.
Larry Krengel
Marengo, Illinois USA
the home of Dr. C. C. Miller
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