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Monthly Archives: July 2011
Ghostly bee apparitions
13th July is inspection day for our apiary following a project meeting. We are optimistic as the queen in Hive 1 is laying at last. We intend to add a super to Hive 2 – they were the second swarm … Continue reading
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Swarm dates may not be significant
Rain on the 5th July prevented our planned inspection; David suggested trying again on the 6th so a small band of 3 attended. There had been slight rain about 4 pm but it stopped and though there was a little … Continue reading
Inspection 5th July 2011
I’ve put other inspection details as a new page but perhaps using the ‘new post’ is a better option as those who find the site always see the latest news? 5th July dawned warm and bright but as I set … Continue reading
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