Bee feeders are used to provide sugar syrup for honey bee colonies as they prepare for winter, especially new colonies that have not amassed enough stores of food for survival.
This frame feeder can store large amounts of feed, helping the bees remain healthy throughout winter. It is easily monitored without opening up their hive.
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Toughtimbers Hive Top Feeder
This entrance feeder is an ideal option for beekeepers who want to monitor their hive without disturbing its inhabitants, making monitoring much simpler. Not only is it simple and quick to refill, it can even be placed directly atop of the hive for easy monitoring!
This feeder is specifically designed to fit on a 10 frame hive and features two separate compartments which can be filled with sugar syrup. Floats prevent bees from drowning. Furthermore, this feeder may also be used with dry sugar or pollen substitute.
This type of hive top feeder rests directly on the hive and may be placed inside an empty super to protect it from animals and high winds. It can hold plenty of syrup without mold forming since it doesn’t come into direct contact with air. Unfortunately, the downside to this feeder type is that it can become quite heavy; this may pose danger on rainy days especially if filled with 1:1 or 2:1 syrup and sliding around during rain showers.
Honey Hive Farms Front Entrance Feeder
An electric top feeder allows beekeepers to easily administer mite treatments without disturbing the bees, and prevents syrup from freezing during cold seasons. Furthermore, using one allows beekeepers to monitor robbing easier. However, an eager colony could quickly empty such feeders in just a couple days so it should only be used when necessary.
This honey bee feeder was specifically created to fit into the entrance reducer of Little Giant 10-frame complete hives, making it both simple and straightforward for beekeepers to use and clean. With its translucent tank allowing beekeepers to see when refills are necessary and its automatic valve for maintaining uniform syrup levels, its metal rim deters robber bees from accessing its contents; additionally it features an optional screened entrance to prevent further access by unwanted bees while its capacity of holding 1 quart can protect it against rain, hail or snowfall.
Honey Hive Farms 1.1 Pound Entrance Feeder
Honey Hive Farms’ entry bee feeder offers many incredible features, such as being able to monitor resource levels without opening the hive itself. Furthermore, this feeder holds standard glass jars which must be purchased separately – all while being easy and durable!
This plastic bee feeder sits outside your hive and can provide all the food your bees require throughout the season, plus comes equipped with a protective cover to ward off pests or predators. It’s an ideal option for those who don’t wish to deal with complex feeders or struggle to use hive top feeders.
This bee feeder is similar to a hive top feeder, yet much smaller. Crafted of sturdy white plastic for ease of setup and maintenance. Perfect for both novice and expert beekeepers alike. Effective at keeping hives healthy during winter.
Honey Hive Farms 0.2 Pound Entrance Feeder
Feeding bees when nectar harvest is insufficient can help their colony through tough times, but should only be done as needed as it depletes stored honey reserves and puts bees more vulnerable against predators.
This bee feeder comprises an inverted Mason jar and feeding tray located at the entrance to your hive, featuring an easy way for bees to access syrup that drips onto their tray from its contents. A popular choice among beekeepers, this bee feeder is durable yet economical to use.
Front entrance bee feeders should only be used during spring when nectar levels are plentiful, when nectar can easily be collected through their entrance. Unfortunately, other hives may rob yours through its entrance during autumn and winter, when bees consume all their food to generate heat and generate warmth for their home hive. As an alternative, try using either a frame or top feeder – these will both better withstand harsher winter conditions.
