Month by month

Beekeeping in November

When you do open up in November, you are looking for nothing inside — the roof stays on.

Can I inspect my bees in November?

No. From November to February the roof stays on. Heft for weight and check the entrance after every storm.

Jobs for November

• Do not open the hive. Heft and feel the weight; fondant if light.
• Entrance clear, mouse guard on, roof strapped. Check after every storm.
• Varroa drop board in for a week so you know whether a winter treatment is needed.
• Clean up the extractor, render wax, scorch boxes. Write up the season.