Its not just commercial beekeepers who may 'feed' to get honey.  I've  seen 
lots of small, backyard beekeepers in coastal climates feeding their bees  
all year round.  They're often in rainy areas, so they are being good to  
their bees.  Often wondered about this though, since it would appear that  
they're turning syrup into honey.  Most years, doesn't appear to be cost  
effective - sugar often isn't cheap.
 
Jerry

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