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Podcast: Honey Bee Obscura Podcast
Episode: Hive Inspections: When, Why and How Often
Description: Hive inspections are essential in the beekeeping, serving as the cornerstone for effective colony management. Through these inspections, beekeepers gain crucial insights that guide their decisions for immediate and long-term hive care. In this episode, Jim is joined by Anne Frey, an EAS Master Beekeeper from Betterbee, to delve into the intricacies of hive inspections. Anne shares her expertise on the timing, frequency, and methods of conducting thorough hive inspections. She emphasizes the importance of observing colony behavior, brood patterns, and the health of the queen. These observations are vital for assessing the colony's strength, detecting potential...