I have recently spoken to some larger beekeepers and they have determined that the bees have already kicked it in gear for Spring. There are reports of frames of brood as well as drones being laid. One beekeeper has reported 4 or 5 frames from his Italian bees.
Another beekeeper has reported Maples in bloom and pollen coming in.
Could this be an early swarm year?
I have observed swarms as early as February in the past. Should be an interesting Spring.
Kurt
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kurt , what state you in . ... I know this has been a hard summer ,eeeerrr. light fall? I mean winter ...... sounds like you might be in a honey of a summer... !!!!! Im just north of the twinkies and that means in afew weeks I best be opening the girl to see how the stores are ... I cant do it any sooner cause of things already on the burner ,, and some in the fire... Have to call the fat bee man about nucs.. thought I would give them a shot.. hope you find your girls in order,,,
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