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Hogg Half Comb question

  • May 28, 2024 8:52 AM
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    Kristin

    Has anyone successfully used the Hogg Half Comb system?  I decided to try it this year.  I put it on a productive colony two weeks ago.  They have ZERO interest in building comb in this.  

    Do I pull it off today & replace with a honey super?  

    Thanks!
  • May 29, 2024 6:58 PM
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    Kurt (Administrator)

    Kristin,

    I have tried it in the past too.  I am not and expert by any means infact I feel like I half failed in my attempt.   I have Ross rounds and was able to successfully get some capped but from my understanding and prior sessions listening and learning from Herman Danenhower; honey flow timing is very important.   Listen to this and it may help; 

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMqMINWAGvI

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErZfkGNs_PY

    Good luck - Many people are very successful with this system.
  • May 30, 2024 1:03 PM
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    Ignatius

    Just watched the video. Very informative!! There was another one that came up that was provided by Frederick Dunn. He showed the Ross Rounds. I might try these. 

    Thanks to Kristen for bringing this up

  • June 05, 2024 1:15 PM
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    Kristin

    Thanks - watched the videos, I think the combo of cool, rainy weather, and that I put it on a little late made this an unsuccessful attempt.  But now I have the equipment for spring 2025!  
  • June 06, 2024 6:40 AM
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    Ignatius

    Let us know how it works out next time. 
  • June 09, 2024 5:45 PM
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    William

    Hello. I watched the videos on this and decided to give it a try. Installed on May 31. Opened for inspection on June 7. The bees got right to work and there is drawn comb in almost every box. Some are already 1/2 full. So far so good. See pictures. 

    Bill

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