The Beekeepers of Indiana Mary 13, 2018

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The Beekeepers of Indiana Mary 13, 2018 Hive Inspection The Beekeepers of Indiana Mary 13, 2018

Purpose/Goal Spring Swarm Prevention General Inspection Take Off Honey Check for Food Resource Split a Hive Treat for Diseases Feed

Plan Dress for Success Correct Tools Be Prepared Oder Free Temperature Weather

Tools Smoker/Fuel Hive Tools Cinnamon Oil Plastic Bag Extra Box Extra Frames Beetle Traps

Steps for Inspection Gently Smoke Open the Lid Remove Top Box Remove/Inspect Frames Replace Frames Close the Hive

What to Look For Evidence of Queen Brood Pattern Smell Brood Queen Cells Signs of Disease

If You Think You Have a Problem Kathleen Prough, State Apiary Inspector kprough@dnr.IN.gov 317-412-3315

Questions?