nuc into Top Bar Hive

  • 11 Apr 2016 2:42 PM
    Reply # 3942064 on 3936706
    Deleted user

    It is messy, a little scary, and kills some larvae . . . but you can cut the "edges" off each frame with a rotary tool or the "vibrating" multi tool they sell at the big box stores.  Then put the leftover "corners" in the back of the hive to let the remaining larvae hatch and the resources be utilized. 

    We have done this twice sucessfully.  Check youtube, there are several videos, along with instructions regarding what to do with the queen etc.

    As long as your hive is fairly warm, the "corners" will survive . . . as the nurse bees can't maintain a solid "nest."

  • 09 Apr 2016 7:28 AM
    Reply # 3937736 on 3936706
    Deleted user

    Maybe you could trade the nuc for a swarm or top bar nuc from someone who has both types of hives. Or sell it to someone with Lang's.

  • 08 Apr 2016 4:21 PM
    Message # 3936706
    Allen Engle (Administrator)

    Does anyone have an idea of how to install a nuc into a top bar hive if the nuc is on plastic foundation? 

    

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