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Beekeeping Safety Guidelines • Ecrotek

There’s no way around it – caring for bees involves risk. Aside from the obvious danger of bee stings, there are other health and safety factors to consider. And as a beekeeper, it’s … See more

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Understanding The Role Of The Queen Bee In A Colony • Ecrotek

WEBThe life of a queen bee starts with a special egg cell that hangs vertically – also called a ‘queen cup’. Worker bees build these cells when the previous queen becomes weak, or …

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The Ins And Outs Of Queen Cells • Ecrotek

WEBThere are three types of queen cells – swarm, supersedure and emergency. Swarm cells can be bothersome to your overall hive health and you may need to take action, but with …

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Using Organic Varroa Treatments for Beehives • Ecrotek

WEB2. Cut one wafer in half with a pair of scissors, and place on top of the brood chamber. For a double-storey box of chambers, use two uncut wafers. 3. Put the wafers on top of the …

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Bee Feeding Part 1: When, Why and What To Feed Bees

WEBIn feeding bees, generally, you have to feed one part sugar and one part water anytime you want to stimulate growth in a beehive. If you want a queen to lay eggs and grow and …

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Powerful properties in an unexpected package • Ecrotek

WEBPowerful properties. The antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties of kanuka come from high levels of hydrogen peroxide in the honey. This sounds like an added chemical, …

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Ecrotek How To Set Up and Fill Your First Beehive • Ecrotek

WEBIntroducing the bees. You will need: Populate your hive. Fill your spray bottle with water, grab your brush and tools, get your smoker fired up, and jump into your protective suit …

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Heat and Honey don't mix • Ecrotek

WEBNaturally occurring antioxidants in honey have antibacterial and healing properties, which is why manuka honey is used for wound dressing in many hospitals. Heating honey to high …

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VitaHive™ Power Feed™ Patties 15kg • Ecrotek

WEBVitaHive ™ Power Feed ™ is a powerful pollen supplement that not only delivers optimal nutrition to your hive but also significantly boosts your brood, bee health and longevity. …

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Beekeeping Products NZ, Kits, Boxes, Hives

WEBProducts. Ecrotek is New Zealand’s leading supplier of beekeeping kits, RTG boxes, RTG hives, beekeeping equipment and tools. Whether you’re a beginner or an old hand, you’ll …

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The trouble with tutin • Ecrotek

WEBAvoiding toxic contamination of your honey. Honey seems so natural and wholesome that it’s difficult to imagine it causing harm. But if your honey is contaminated with another …

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Your Guide To Wasps In Your Hives • Ecrotek

WEBDeal with the nest at a time when wasps are less active – this should be in the early morning or at dusk. Spray the nest with insecticide spray at a safe distance so you don’t …

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Winter is coming • Ecrotek

WEBVentilation holes or a slotted bottom board allow air to circulate, preventing dampness, mildew, and the build up of pathogens. Of course, they will also allow some heat to …

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Future Beekeeping: Innovative Technology • Ecrotek

WEBPollenity, founded by Sergey Petrov in Bulgaria, has been working on tech to boost bee health since 2015. Their latest creation is the Beebot, a smart sensor device that is …

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Beekeeping Checklist By The Seasons • Ecrotek

WEBCheck for queen cells and signs of a swarm. Check brood pattern for signs of disease. Feed sugar syrup if honey stores are low. Remove and clean bottom board. October. Egg and …

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Rising costs, increasing numbers, and high demand • Ecrotek

WEBIncreasing costs. Unfortunately for producers, the high price of honey is offset by increasing production costs. Sugar prices are rising, renting or buying space for hives is expensive …

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3/4 Black Plastic Foundation (Short) 30g Wax • Ecrotek

WEBThe black foundation colour shows the white eggs and larvae more easily, however we will produce other colours for large orders. This foundation comes evenly coated in 30g wax, …

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Harvesting Propolis • Ecrotek

WEBThe amount of propolis you can collect from one hive varies. Some beekeepers find they only harvest about 50 – 150g in a season, but using special procedures and a collection …

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