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Title: Bees
Post by ceilidh on Aug 26^th, 2013 at 4:20pm

Does anyone know of anyone who may have spare starter colony of bees please.

Title: Re: Bees
Post by Ritaratbag on Aug 26^th, 2013 at 4:58pm

Maybe ask Mel Muria (Honey Village) in El Perello,
Avinguada Catalunya 23. By the windmill.
They may be able to help you.
Tel: 977490034

Title: Re: Bees
Post by Nobrot on Aug 26^th, 2013 at 6:00pm

Think outside the box,or hive..
http://www.paynesbeefarm.co.uk/bees-queens/swarm-lure-pack-of-5/

Title: Re: Bees
Post by LaRapita on Aug 26^th, 2013 at 6:39pm

You're unlikely to attract a swarm now - wrong time of year. I know of someone who you might be able to order a nucleus from - a healthy 'nuc' will cost you about 50 euros. Most beekeepers won't usually supply nucs until the spring. The other option is asking in the co-operative in El Perello - there are sometimes adverts for beekeepers selling up. Make sure you get a healthy colony otherwise it is unlikely they will last the winter.