Pecking Order in Chicks
Every commercial poultry farmer, hobby farmer or urban backyard farmer who keep a few chickens is aware that a pecking order exists in every flock, but how can...
An innovative design from Orr Bee supply, the Swarm Bandit slides into the entrance of a hive once signs of swarming are apparent. When swarming occurs, the queen becomes trapped inside the ventilated compartment, preventing them from leaving the hive.
Slide the reducer to trap the swarm and remove the hive, place into entrance of a different, empty hive and open the reducer to allow swarm to flow into their new home. A frame of brood will entice them into their newÿhive and give them a jump start. You now have captured a swarm without climbing a ladder and cutting down a branch.ÿÿ Fits 10 frame hive
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Every commercial poultry farmer, hobby farmer or urban backyard farmer who keep a few chickens is aware that a pecking order exists in every flock, but how can...