Potassium sorbate 250g

When you prepare feed for your hives —whether it’s a well-balanced syrup or a protein patty packed with nutrients— you do it with the intention of giving them the very best. That’s why it’s so frustrating to open the bucket days later and find a layer of mold or that fermented smell that ruins all your work. It’s not only time and money wasted, but offering that feed to the bees can even be harmful.

This is where an ally that many experienced beekeepers never go without in their workshop comes in: potassium sorbate. This food-grade preservative (E-202) works quietly but effectively, inhibiting the growth of molds and yeasts that cause feed to spoil prematurely.

Its use is straightforward, and that’s its charm: simply add 2 grams per kilogram of feed to ensure it stays fresh and safe for weeks. The trick I always use —and recommend— is to dissolve it first in a small amount of water before adding it to the syrup or paste. This ensures even distribution, protecting every portion equally.

With this simple step, you can prepare large batches of feed without worrying about spoilage, knowing your bees will receive a nutritional boost in perfect condition when they need it most.

Technical specifications:
• Product: Potassium sorbate (E-202), pharmaceutical grade
• Use: Preservative for syrups, fondant, and protein patties in beekeeping
• Recommended dosage: 2 g per kg of feed (0.2%)
• Format: 250 g container
• Instructions: Dissolve in water before adding to the final mixture