Episode 52 - 🐝 Why Won’t They Use All That Free Space?

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In this episode, we dive into a common beekeeping frustration: how to encourage bees to make use of available space. Sometimes, they’ll swarm despite having unused frames and even entire supers untouched. With these tips, you’ll learn how to get them to draw up comb and make the most of the space in their hives. 🍯🐝

What’s Inside This Episode:

• Understanding Bee Behavior: Why bees might ignore available frames and supers.
• Encouraging Comb Building: Tips for getting bees to draw out and use unused space.
• Practical Strategies: Adjustments you can make to optimize hive organization.

Why Listen to This Episode?
Efficient space usage is essential for a thriving hive. This episode provides actionable advice to help you encourage your bees to build and store where you need them to.

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