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Running Single Deeps to Increase Honey Production
Frank from Mann Lake introduces the concept of single-deep beekeeping, explaining how he transitioned from using double deeps to single deeps. He observed that the top deep often contained crystallized honey that was hard to extract. He details how this method reduces work and prevents swarming, especially by adding supers. This approach also ensures bees have enough space and resources throughout the seasons, particularly in northern climates. Frank encourages beekeepers to try different methods and adapt based on their goals.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Single Deep Beekeeping
00:17 - Observations from Winter Hives
00:33 - Dealing with Crystallized Honey
00:42 - Feeding Bees with Crystallized Honey
01:10 - Transition to Single Deep Hives
02:33 - Different Beekeeping Methods
04:02 - Identifying Honey Flow Signs
06:02 - Fall and Winter Hive Management
08:03 - Preventing Spring Swarming
09:15 - Overwintering Strategies and Conclusion
Hive Kits:
Assembled 6 5/8" Super Kit with Assembled Frames and Waxed Plastic Foundation | HK210: www.mannlakeltd.com/assembled-6-5/8-super-kit-with-assembled-frames-and-waxed-plastic-foundation/
Assembled 9 5/8" Deep Hive Kit with Plastic Wax Coated Foundation and Assembled Frames | HK190: www.mannlakeltd.com/assembled/assembled-9-5-8-deep-hive-kit-with-plastic-wax-coated-foundation-and-assembled-frames/
Queen Excluders:
Plastic Queen Excluder | Z159:www.mannlakeltd.com/plastic-queen-excluder/
Wood Bound Metal Queen Excluder | Z539: www.mannlakeltd.com/wood-bound-metal-queen-excluder/
Queen Excluder | HD120: www.mannlakeltd.com/hives-components/hive-accessories/queen-excluder/
Shop Mann Lake: www.mannlakeltd.com
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Hive Inspection: Hive with a Low Bee Count
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In this video, Josh from Mann Lake examines a struggling bee hive, noting a sparse population and adequate food reserves. He suggests introducing feed to support the queen and considers further interventions like cleaning or merging the hive to help grow the hive. Smoke Cloud Smoker with Shield | Z725: www.mannlakeltd.com/beekeeping-tools-more/smoke-cloud-smoker-with-shield/ Pro-Sweet Liquid Fe...
Beekeeper's Buzz - Southeast Region, June 2024
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The Mann Lake Beekeeper’s Buzz is a monthly video series dedicated to providing timely updates and advice for beekeepers around the country. Tailored to multiple regions across the U.S., these videos will deliver information collected from the beekeeping community, regarding hive activity, weather, and environmental conditions and advice to help keep your colonies thriving throughout the year. ...
Beekeeper's Buzz - Northeast Region, June 2024
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Interview with Dr. Connor on the "Essentials" Book Series
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Making Increase and the Doolittle Method by Dr. Larry Connor
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In this video, Frank from Mann Lake demonstrates an easy method for splitting a beehive colony to prevent swarming. (0:00) Prepare: Remove the lid and smoke the bees to drive them down. (1:37)Transfer Frames: Shake bees off the frames, and transfer brood frames with pollen and nectar to a new box, ensuring the queen is not transferred. (2:58) Add Queen Excluder: Place a queen excluder on the or...
Queen Management Essentials Class by Dr. Juliana Rangel
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Protective Gear Options: What to Wear When Beekeeping
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In this video, Jenna discusses various options for bee-protective clothing. Showcasing different suits and jackets. It is important to get protective clothing based on personal comfort and enjoyment of the hobby. Mann Lake has options at various budget levels and styles. Watch this video to get an idea of what we offer! Economy Hooded Jacket | CV400: www.mannlakeltd.com/protective-gear/economy-...
360 View of NUC's Waiting to be Picked up in Pennsylvania
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Dr. Juliana Rangel Interview: Mite Research, Problems Facing Beekeepers, and Women In Beekeeping
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How To Replace Woodware in Your Hive
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Protect Your Hive: A Vaccine for American Foul Brood
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David Westervelt: Former Chief of Apiary of Florida
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КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @brianbennett4374
    @brianbennett4374 11 годин тому

    Good information 👍 thanks 😊

  • @mikejohnson3375
    @mikejohnson3375 2 дні тому

    Hope they request themselves

  • @mikejohnson3375
    @mikejohnson3375 2 дні тому

    I had been running single deeps and went back to doubles this year. I don’t like them. When should I break them down to singles again? After I harvest in a couple of weeks and home they request,or wait until spring and buy queens.?

  • @LindaRouthier
    @LindaRouthier 2 дні тому

    Thanks. Great info

  • @MinnesotaBeekeeper
    @MinnesotaBeekeeper 2 дні тому

    Trapping any drones that hatched in the honey super. I did that, oops.

  • @ThatBeeMan
    @ThatBeeMan 2 дні тому

    2:52 That's not a super! You added that box UNDER the queen excluder therefore it is a part of the brood chamber. Your muddling of terminology confuses beekeepers, especially those new to the field.

  • @grounded7362
    @grounded7362 2 дні тому

    That is not a true Demaree split. A Demaree split requires all but one frame of brood to be moved up above the honey supers. The frames moved up are replaced with either drawn comb if you have it or foundation or both to fill the brood box.

  • @randybrocka1941
    @randybrocka1941 2 дні тому

    Would like to see the different types of mite treatment, thanks for the good info

  • @WrenchHead
    @WrenchHead 2 дні тому

    I may have to try the demaree. It's definitely a fine line trying to prevent swarms but yet have a good honey crop.

  • @williamditta942
    @williamditta942 2 дні тому

    Good informative information. Thanks

  • @Jdban
    @Jdban 2 дні тому

    You did it wrong. Remove the video and make a new one

  • @davidmaloney2724
    @davidmaloney2724 4 дні тому

    I dont think they need more food. Looks like failing queen. If anything the queen has nowhere else to lay because of all the food. Take away food and give drawn comb.

  • @beefitbeekeeping
    @beefitbeekeeping 6 днів тому

    GREAT video for transitioning into a sideliner! Thanks for sharing 🙏🏼

    • @mannlake
      @mannlake 6 днів тому

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @tennesseebeesinc.1103
    @tennesseebeesinc.1103 7 днів тому

    Are queens reared from a inoculated queen considered vaccinated?

    • @mannlake
      @mannlake 6 днів тому

      Queen produced from vaccinated queens will be, but the offspring they produce are not considered inoculated.

  • @pinebee634
    @pinebee634 8 днів тому

    Another consideration not addressed is the number of tiers or integrated vent hood 'arches' in front of your face. Too many, such as three, obstructs your view and interferes with head motion and inhibits close viewing of frames, especially if any vision irregularities. I have the vented jacket with minimal arches so that I can look closely for eggs or other features on a frame.

  • @bennybeekeeper
    @bennybeekeeper 9 днів тому

    Looks like a failing queen to me

    • @codygibbons1513
      @codygibbons1513 6 днів тому

      Pinch and combine,

    • @davidmaloney2724
      @davidmaloney2724 4 дні тому

      Exsactly more food is going to make it worse too. Have seen newly mated queens in hives full of food small brood nest lay away like crazy once drawn polished comb was added. Bees collect a lot of honey when they don’t have a queen. This is what happens before the new queen starts to lay with a big colony and heavy nectar flow. So either failing queen or new queen. No need to feed.

  • @Airplanefan477
    @Airplanefan477 9 днів тому

    I’d love to see something on fixing/preventing wonky comb and how you guys believe wax should be applied to foundation. Thanks for the videos!

    • @WrenchHead
      @WrenchHead 9 днів тому

      If you're using the black plastic foundation, it really needs a heavy wax coating on it...they don't seem to draw on it properly otherwise. I've had wonky comb on the yellow plastic too, not near as bad, but it's usually a result of a poor wax coating. Actual wax foundation seems to be ideal. Various videos are floating on UA-cam about how to recoat plastic foundation using your beeswax.

    • @mannlake
      @mannlake 6 днів тому

      Great suggestion!

  • @robwarren71
    @robwarren71 9 днів тому

    Great interview David!

    • @mannlake
      @mannlake 6 днів тому

      We are glad you enjoyed it!

  • @gallowaylights
    @gallowaylights 10 днів тому

    Thanks for the guidance 😊

    • @mannlake
      @mannlake 6 днів тому

      You're welcome!

  • @gene-sloca
    @gene-sloca 11 днів тому

    Enjoy your videos. Still waiting for the West Coast update

  • @belain840
    @belain840 12 днів тому

    Do we need to remove the attendant bees first?

    • @mannlake
      @mannlake 6 днів тому

      Attendant bees should be left in with the queen when installing in the hive.

  • @billphillips4721
    @billphillips4721 12 днів тому

    I am running 2 deeps as a hive I only have 3

  • @FlemingTeaSC
    @FlemingTeaSC 16 днів тому

    Thank you for review especially direction of your metal Queen excluder! Jim -Florence. SC

    • @mannlake
      @mannlake 6 днів тому

      Glad you enjoyed it and found it helpful!

  • @thomaspower8093
    @thomaspower8093 17 днів тому

    I call bs. iv been breeding my own for yrs tightens the bloodline ..

  • @prairiepinesranch
    @prairiepinesranch 17 днів тому

    Loved this video. Great!

  • @ThomasMincarelli-fj8cu
    @ThomasMincarelli-fj8cu 18 днів тому

    I use my formic pro pad(s) between double deeps.

  • @bligon11
    @bligon11 18 днів тому

    What are the temperature requirements?

    • @mannlake
      @mannlake 6 днів тому

      This product should not be applied with daytime highs exceeding 85 degrees Fahrenheit during the treatment window.

  • @user-wb9gi4dq5n
    @user-wb9gi4dq5n 20 днів тому

    How do you build the HDO concrete form board hive covers?

  • @codygibbons1513
    @codygibbons1513 20 днів тому

    I also sell honey at a Barbershop, great video. Jumped up to sideliner status last year. Hearing "streamlined" vs "micro-managed" put things into perspective.

  • @faja1960
    @faja1960 20 днів тому

    great lecture, BUT show the power points! The camera person needs to show the power points, lots of information not shown,

    • @mannlake
      @mannlake 6 днів тому

      Thank you for the suggestion.

  • @GLuft3
    @GLuft3 21 день тому

    Looking forward to seeing her speak in person tomorrow

    • @mannlake
      @mannlake 6 днів тому

      We hope you enjoyed watching her speak!

  • @amymusante9220
    @amymusante9220 22 дні тому

    Please provide us with the reference for the peer-reviewed "scientific data" that shows Pro-DFM make a significant difference in colonies.

    • @mannlake
      @mannlake 6 днів тому

      We do not own the intellectual property to link directly, but studies can be found by searching beneficial microorganisms for honey bees.

  • @mitchellcampbell2786
    @mitchellcampbell2786 24 дні тому

    Thanks you make it so easy.

    • @mannlake
      @mannlake 6 днів тому

      He really does make it look easy!

  • @ElaineSorrell
    @ElaineSorrell 24 дні тому

    This is the best video I've seen on doing a split. You made it very easy to understand!! Thanks

    • @mannlake
      @mannlake 6 днів тому

      We are glad you found it helpful!

  • @user-wb9gi4dq5n
    @user-wb9gi4dq5n 25 днів тому

    Wouldn’t it be better to leave the new split and take the one with the queen so that foragers flying back strengthen the new split?

    • @franklicata836
      @franklicata836 24 дні тому

      That works if you are allowing the bees to make their own queen. However, I have found if I do that and ADD a queen to the split, they replace her very quickly. There are a lot of ways to do the same thing - try them all! it's the only way we learn! Good luck with your beekeeping. Frank.

    • @user-wb9gi4dq5n
      @user-wb9gi4dq5n 21 день тому

      Thank you! This is my new splitting method!

  • @davidsoloninka7742
    @davidsoloninka7742 26 днів тому

    Thx Frank

  • @HalfQuickFarmer
    @HalfQuickFarmer 26 днів тому

    Great stuff here.

  • @ebrune81
    @ebrune81 27 днів тому

    Could you have added a second deep back on top of the original colony?

    • @franklicata836
      @franklicata836 26 днів тому

      Yes, absolutely. Since I run single deeps during the flow, I rarely do. I have weakened it enough so it won't swarm, make a good amount of honey. Then in fall, I will add either a medium or deep brood to overwinter. if I plan on splitting it 50/50, I add a deep, otherwise I add a medium. If I overwinter in a deep/medium configuration, those hives are demaree in spring (a whole other topic).

  • @davidsoloninka7742
    @davidsoloninka7742 27 днів тому

    Did u look in the purple box before doing the split?

    • @franklicata836
      @franklicata836 26 днів тому

      Yes, I actually did. To keep the video short and sweet, I didn't show that - I probably should have. Since it was early spring most of the brood will be in the top box, which is what you want. If I split it 3 weeks later, I definitely would have balanced the brood so I had mostly open brood in the top box, and more capped in the bottom.

  • @ericklingele661
    @ericklingele661 27 днів тому

    Will you put another hive body on each or go straight to a super when they are ready?

    • @mannlake
      @mannlake 27 днів тому

      Since these hives are located in our PA location, we prefer to run two deeps, we will add another brood box before putting a super on.

    • @franklicata836
      @franklicata836 26 днів тому

      Well...that depends. Since my goal is honey production, I USUALLY just put on honey supers. But adding another deep is fine. I add another brood box (a deep or medium) in early fall to overwinter.

  • @adkfoothills1973
    @adkfoothills1973 28 днів тому

    Thanks for doing this video. You made it seem very easy, rather than very confusing, and that's just what we needed. 🐝🐝

    • @mannlake
      @mannlake 27 днів тому

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @jeremy4800
    @jeremy4800 28 днів тому

    Very good idea! Thanks for sharing

    • @mannlake
      @mannlake 27 днів тому

      Thanks for watching!

  • @philipmontgomery5626
    @philipmontgomery5626 28 днів тому

    Great video.

  • @dadu63
    @dadu63 28 днів тому

    Still fuzzy on a drone being a grandfather and not a father.

    • @atcorebels
      @atcorebels 22 дні тому

      It can be a father if it gets the chance to mate but she’s saying that it doesn’t have a father due to it being an infertile egg so a drone didn’t contribute to the creation of a new drone but the queen came from a generation before so it inherited genes from the queen which laid the egg (the mother) and the drone that fertilized the previous egg that produced the queen (the grandfather)

  • @MightyMicrobes-
    @MightyMicrobes- 29 днів тому

    How many frames of brood did you leave in the original box with the queen? I'm sorry, I must of missed that.

    • @franklicata836
      @franklicata836 28 днів тому

      No more than 5

    • @mannlake
      @mannlake 27 днів тому

      Depending on the strength of the colony, leave 4 or 5 frames.

  • @janeenshean4255
    @janeenshean4255 Місяць тому

    Easy explained ty au

    • @mannlake
      @mannlake 27 днів тому

      You're welcome!

  • @wildandfreehoneybees
    @wildandfreehoneybees Місяць тому

    Excellent lecture! Thanks so much!

    • @mannlake
      @mannlake 27 днів тому

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @SB-tf5de
    @SB-tf5de Місяць тому

    Great info, thanks. Greetings from Washington state!

    • @mannlake
      @mannlake 27 днів тому

      Thanks for watching!

  • @gallowaylights
    @gallowaylights Місяць тому

    A lot of information 😊

    • @MinnesotaBeekeeper
      @MinnesotaBeekeeper 28 днів тому

      I had never heard of the Doolittle. Grafting grafting has a name I guess.

    • @gallowaylights
      @gallowaylights 28 днів тому

      @@MinnesotaBeekeeper * I like the name. Do little 🫠

    • @mannlake
      @mannlake 27 днів тому

      We hope you found it useful!

    • @MinnesotaBeekeeper
      @MinnesotaBeekeeper 27 днів тому

      @@mannlake Yes, thank you. It would be interesting to read a Doolittle biography.

  • @bligon11
    @bligon11 Місяць тому

    Thanks!

    • @mannlake
      @mannlake 27 днів тому

      You're welcome!