Late Winter Hive Check and Feeding Your Bees

Check your colonies in late winter to be sure they have enough food to reach spring. In this video, our Head Beekeeper shows how to assess hive activity, recognize signs of life on warm winter days, check colony weight, and determine whether emergency feed is needed. Learn when to use sugar bricks, fondant, winter patties, or frames of honey?and why carbohydrates (not protein) are essential during the coldest months.

Read About Winter Hive Tasks & Feeding Honey Bees in Winter

• Winter Hive Tasks for Northern Beekeepers
• Inspecting Your Bees in Winter
• Reading Your Sticky Boards in the Winter
• Comparing Solid Winter Feed Options
• Deciding How Much to Feed Bees During Winter
• Getting Smart About Winter Stores and Feeding
• When to Feed Winter Patties, Pollen Patties, Sugar Syrup, or Candy Boards