In Konya, Turkey's center for agriculture and livestock, autumn maintenance of hives has begun…

In Konya, Turkey's center for agriculture and livestock, autumn maintenance of hives has begun as winter approaches. Even a small mistake during this period can cause a hive full of bees to starve and die in winter.

One common mistake among beekeepers in Konya is neglecting maintenance by relying solely on the amount of honey in the hive. Even if honey is present, improper autumn care can prevent the colony from accessing food in mid-winter.

For healthy overwintering, it is crucial that the honey is capped. Additionally, the presence of pine honey in the hive during winter should be avoided because pine honey tends to crystallize in cold weather and makes digestion difficult for bees.