BEE FEEDING

Feeding decisions start with the colony: its food stores, the forage available around the apiary and the work ahead. This collection helps you organise those observations before choosing a feed or a feeding method.

Start with the guide on when and what to feed, then explore protein supplementation and water provision. These are different parts of bee nutrition, so a single product or a fixed calendar cannot answer every question. The articles below also cover feed preparation and the honey bee gut microbiota.

Choose a guide for your next feeding decision

• When and what to feed bee colonies: A starting point for comparing feeding situations and the types of feed discussed in this collection.
• Protein supplementation for honey bees: Explore the questions to consider when assessing protein needs and supplements.
• Water for honey bees: Read about water use in the colony and practical ways to provide a drinking source.

Use the guides alongside observations from your own apiary, adapting decisions to local forage and the condition of each colony.