Backyard Beekeeping Questions and Answers Episode 183, can you use CO2 to count varroa mites? Final preparations for winter, and more.

Welcome to another episode of backyard beekeeping topics. This is the audio track from Today's YouTube:  https://youtu.be/fNoXVB7aZAg

 

Video time stamps and links have been generously provided by Adam Holmes

 

1) Have you completely transitioned to Hive Gates and Wooden entrance reducers, and have you replaced the copper screening? 2:41

2) I have been seeing information that says the PH of Sugar Syrups are too high when compared to nature's nectar. Also one person is spraying frames with vinegar solution, claiming that it's helping with varroa control. Would this possibly have something to do with PH? 6:51

3) I'm thinking of switching to the CO2 Method of mite testing. What are your thoughts about this? 13:54

4) I have been reading a lot about small-cell foundation frames. Have you used them, do they really produce smaller bees and do you think they are effective in helping to control varroa mites? 27:50

5) I have hives going into winter with two queens, do you see any issues with this? 33:10

6) Is it possible for a hive to be honey/nectar-bound going into winter? Is this something not to be worried about? 41:15

7) How do you use Apiguard in our Layens Hives? 45:41