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-----have been told :wah:
He also placed a black ribbon tied in a bow on each hive.Quote:
John Chapple, the beekeeper at Buckingham Palace, reportedly informed Queen Elizabeth II’s bees of her death.
This is a centuries old tradition, when the owner of the bees passes on---someone must tell the bees. It is said that it is even followed in this country.:cool_one:
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What a honey of a tradition...:date:...Ben
I read that yesterday. It made me wonder if anyone will tell my bees.....
Do you have bees Mike?
When I had an orchard my yield was directly related to how many bees were there.
I do have bees, Dave. Many years ago I kept 13 colonies. I ended up selling them and have always regretted it. I now have 2 colonies with the equipment to expand in the spring to seven colonies when bees are available. I will probably stop at about 20 colonies.
Very nice :clap:
Do you keep them all in a common area or do you spread them out?
I would have welcomed someone wanting to put some in my orchard. Right now I have buckwheat honey that I got from one of my Amish friends. It is very dark in color and the taste is stronger and less sweet than the common honey sold in grocery stores.
The Boss and our members have impressive hobbies. :cool:
Hunter