How to Split a Hive

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 original box and replace the lid.
Wait to let the bees move: Allow an hour or more for nurse bees to move back up.
(5:58) Final Setup: Place the new box on a new bottom board. Strap it if moving to a new apiary, or use an entrance reducer if keeping it in the same location.
(6:43) Add a Queen: Introduce a new queen or let the bees raise one, based on the season and drone availability.

What Frank Mentioned:

Hive Kits
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Queen Excluders:

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Feed
Prosweet: www.mannlakeltd.com/feeding-medications/pro-sweet-liquid-feed/

Entrance Reducer:
10 Frame Entrance Reducer | WW355: https://www.mannlakeltd.com/hives-com...

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