• Packing Hives with Anne Frey (203)

  • Oct 31 2024
  • Length: 20 mins
  • Podcast

Packing Hives with Anne Frey (203)

  • Summary

  • As the temperature drops, Jim and Anne Frey discuss the age-old question: Should you insulate your hives for winter? They explore the history of hive insulation, from traditional sawdust-filled crates to modern polystyrene wraps, weighing the benefits of warmth and moisture control against the labor and cost involved. Jim reflects on the various insulation methods he’s tried over the years, while Anne shares insights on insulation’s role in mimicking a tree’s thick walls, the natural shelter of wild bees. Together, they consider the pros and cons of popular materials like tar paper and foam, and the critical decision of whether to add a top entrance.

    This episode is packed with practical advice, giving listeners a balanced view on how insulation could impact colony survival through winter’s toughest months.

    Listen today!

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    Music: Heart & Soul by Gyom, All We Know by Midway Music; Christmas Avenue by Immersive Music; original guitar music by Jeffrey Ott

    Cartoons by: John Martin (Beezwax Comics)

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