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Waste control makes it possible to draw numerous conclusions about the health status of a colony. Frequent checks do not disturb the colony. By examining the bottom boards, anomalies and irregularities can be identified, providing indications for future interventions to be carried out on the colony.
Robbing is undesirable behavior in which bees from other colonies enter a hive to steal its reserves. It often occurs during periods of food shortage or following beekeeping activities. The following information is based on official guideline 4.8.3 from the Swiss Bee Health Service.
The choice of location directly influences the health, development, and performance of bee colonies. Climatic conditions, nectar resources, and the immediate environment play a decisive role. The information below is based on the official checklist 4.9 of the Swiss Bee Health Service.
Migratory beekeeping allows colonies to benefit from different nectar flows throughout the year, but it requires thorough preparation and adherence to precise rules. Official Practical Guide 4.9.1 of the Swiss Bee Health Service describes the conditions, organisational requirements, and principles to be observed when moving colonies.
Calming bees makes beekeeping easier and reduces stress for both the colony and the beekeeper. The summary below is based exclusively on the official checklist 4.10 from the Swiss Beekeeping Service (BGD/SSA) and refers to the complete PDF files.
The purchase and sale of bee colonies must be carried out transparently, with knowledge of their health status, origin, and treatment history. The summary below is based exclusively on the official checklist 4.11 of the Swiss Beekeeping Service (BGD/SSA) and refers to the complete documents for further information.
Dynamic colony management is a pragmatic approach to colony maintenance, adapted to their health status, available resources, and rate of development. It combines brood extraction, nucleus creation, swarm prevention, queen selection, and resource optimization according to seasonal needs. This summary is based on the official checklist 4.12 of the Swiss Beekeeping Service (BGD/SSA).
The list of recommended bee preparations provides an overview of products that are authorized and recommended for bee health. It serves as a guide for the selection and correct use of preparations in accordance with current regulations. The following information is based on the official document issued by the Swiss Bee Health Service.
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