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Offline JP

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caring for queens in transit.
« on: April 21, 2007, 08:13:11 am »
In the early season, I deal with a lot of new hives that have very little comb. I usually vacuum these hives and cage the queen, which I place next to me on the drive home. I've wondered if on long trips to the beeyard if I could feed her, considering she has no attendants. Anyone ever try this and if so, will any royal jelly do?
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Re: caring for queens in transit.
« Reply #1 on: April 21, 2007, 02:03:44 pm »
I'd make a small battery box (or buy one from Mann Lake).  Then you can shake a few workers in, put a piece of sponge with some syrup in and they will care for her.  If you are only making a short trip it probably won't matter much.  She won't let you feed her.
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Re: caring for queens in transit.
« Reply #2 on: April 21, 2007, 02:45:09 pm »
Thanks for the response Michael. I didn't think she would but it doesn't hurt to ask.
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