The Apiary Year - October
- There is little activity in October
- Finish syrup feeding
- Use heavy syrup in a rapid feeder.
- Check for robbing:
- Restrict the entrance if there is robbing.
- Put on mouseguards
- Secure the hives against gales
- Secure the hives against woodpeckers
- Expect to spend 1 to 2 hours a month on each hive.