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This 25-minute tutorial explores the practice of foundationless beekeeping, challenging the conventional wisdom that discourages this approach. Discover the benefits of omitting foundation in both honey supers and brood boxes, while learning practical techniques to prevent common issues like cross comb and excessive drone production. The video examines the philosophical question of how much control beekeepers should exert over honey bee colonies versus allowing natural behaviors. Learn a step-by-step process for implementing foundationless frames, including ensuring level hives, understanding bee space, using starter strips, and proper frame checkerboarding. The instructor shares personal experiences, setup methods, and techniques for both beginners and experienced beekeepers, complete with demonstrations of wiring frames and harvesting options. Free downloadable resources are available, including a beginner's guide and beekeeper's toolkit.
