Small Apiary Barn Build

[CloverKnollFarms]

I've kinda wondered how those would work out. I've only had experience with Langstroth equipment.

We love them. Easy to work with

 

[CloverKnollFarms]

I had estimated a harvest of about 100 pounds this fall… after todays inspection of two of the seven colonies, Im revising that to 180-200 pounds. These bees had a wonderful year. The new shop will be buzzing with extracting and bottling soon, as well as building more equipment for the 2023 season!

 

[cqaigy2]

Nice formation on those frames!

How much can one of those big boys weigh?

 

[CloverKnollFarms]

Nice formation on those frames!

How much can one of those big boys weigh?

A full frame contains between 8-12 pounds of honey

 

[CloverKnollFarms]

Nice formation on those frames!

How much can one of those big boys weigh?

Also, these bees are non sugar fed, and not treated with chemicals, so we charge a premium, for a premium product. One full frame is worth $150

 

[CloverKnollFarms]

The barn has made hive building in the winter a pleasure! 25F outside, 55F indoors with this little propane heater.

 

[cqaigy2]

Very nice!

 

[EddieWalker]

30 degrees warmer is a significant improvement in temperature with just one heater for such a big space!!!!! I see some insulation in the walls, what did you do for the ceiling?

 

[CloverKnollFarms]

30 degrees warmer is a significant improvement in temperature with just one heater for such a big space!!!!! I see some insulation in the walls, what did you do for the ceiling?

It’s all 1” reflective foam. Walls and ceiling

 

[CloverKnollFarms]

30 degrees warmer is a significant improvement in temperature with just one heater for such a big space!!!!! I see some insulation in the walls, what did you do for the ceiling?

That is also with the heater set at 35k but! It’s capable of 80k