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Learn to assess forage availability and colony health through direct observation of bee behavior and pollen collection in this 23-minute beekeeping video. Examine landing board activity, pollen basket contents, and forager traffic patterns to identify what nectar and pollen sources are currently available, including goldenrod, Queen Anne's Lace, purple loosestrife, daisies, and corn in southern Michigan. Discover how to interpret different pollen colors and their corresponding flower sources to gauge seasonal bloom cycles and potential nectar dearths. Explore the practical applications of supplemental feeding as a management tool rather than a dependency, particularly when encouraging comb building or conducting late-season splits. Master the skills needed to "read" your bees' foraging patterns and make informed hive management decisions based on real-time environmental conditions and colony needs.
