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Making Bee Candy (aka Fondant)

Posted on January 30, 2014 by Bean

I leave lots of honey on my hives in the winter.  Usually about 70 pounds for established hives, a bit less for the smaller hives.  In a normal year this will provide food for the bees from October, when forage … Continue reading →

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Winter Honeybee Candy (Fondant)

Posted on January 19, 2012 by bean

After a hard year of rains, we’ve been having a warm(ish) winter here in the Pacific Northwest.  It’s been downright “tropical”: highs to 45 degrees F on a regular basis.  I like this, but it’s not so good for the … Continue reading →

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