Monthly Archives: March 2011

Care of Your Polystyrene Hives

Posted on March 31, 2011 by paynesbeefarm

Polystyrene is a great material for bee hives.    Its lightweight, cost effective and when properly looked after will last 20+ years.    So, how do you give your poly hive or poly nuc box the best life you can. Painting Although … Continue reading →

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Selling Bees

Posted on March 29, 2011 by paynesbeefarm

We’ve had a busy day beekeeping here at Paynes.    Preparing the locally bred bees for selling and marking all the Queen bees ready.      All of the colonies are looking strong and healthy and will not only build up over the … Continue reading →

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New Website

Posted on March 26, 2011 by paynesbeefarm

well, as you may have seen, we have a new look website up and running.       But its not just about good looks, we have streamlined the checkout procedure and other aspects of the website to help improve your shopping experience with us.     … Continue reading →

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NEW PRODUCT – 6 frame Polystyrene Nuc Hive

Posted on March 19, 2011 by paynesbeefarm

Our new polystyrene Nucleus Hive holds 6 BS brood frames, for National and WBC hives, and comes complete with a built in Feeder. It has an open mesh floor to help with varroa control and to help with ventilation during transit. … Continue reading →

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NEW PRODUCTS – Cuprinol Shades

Posted on March 19, 2011 by paynesbeefarm

When properly looked after, your hives will last you a life time. We are still using hive parts my Grandfather used in the 1920s. Cuprinol is ideal and now we are stocking 2 new colours, the seasoned oak effect and … Continue reading →

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