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Re: Drawing Frames
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Dave Cushman <[log in to unmask]>
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Informed Discussion of Beekeeping Issues and Bee Biology <[log in to unmask]>
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Sat, 6 Dec 2003 10:14:55 -0000
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Hi Lloyd & Frank

Drawing frames in two story 5 frame nucs works well in UK, I have used it to
draw many reduced size mating nuc frames over the top of swarms, I got the
tip from a bystander at an apiary demonstration about 30 years ago. I made
some Bro. Adam type feeders that were half the standard width and had two
feeding stations (there was another separate reason for this).

I have no idea why this method is more effective than a full sized hive, but
both productivity and quality of drawn comb appear to be better.

Best Regards & 73s, Dave Cushman... G8MZY
Beekeeping & Bee Breeding Website
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http://website.lineone.net/~dave.cushman & http://www.dave-cushman.net

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