Nest Temperature Control
Based on the size of a honey bee colony, the homeostasis (steady internal conditions) of the nest is conditioned not only by temperature, but also by humidity levels, and by the balance of oxygen and CO2 levels, in relation to the conditions of the nests outside ambient environment. Thanks to the specialized receptors on its […]
Winter Prep
The weather is changing, and you feel that winter is just around the corner so what do you do with your Layens hives? Below I will share what I do for my hives, and hopefully it may give you some ideas for yours. I will also assume you are using an insulated Layens hive but […]