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pollen trap wood for apiary use.
The beekeeper collects the bee pollen by means of a pollen trap of wood in the form of balls having a high humidity level around 15%, so if it is not stored and collected correctly it can lose properties. The beekeeper should take the pollen tray at least once a day and dry or freeze for proper preservation.
The drying of pollen is done with dryers of pollen with temperatures between 37 and 40 °C, in a period of about 24 hours until the humidity level drops should be between 5 and 8%. Never dry in the sun.
The storage of the pollen once dry should be performed in a cool and dry and well-ventilated place protected from light. The ideal would be to keep it at a low temperature and vacuum packed.
INFORMATION:
Set collection of pollen in hives for family consumptionThe pollen trap wood is a device that is installed in the hive entrance of the hive to collect part of the pollen that the bees bring on their legs. It is built in natural wood, with a selective grid and a collection drawer that allows to obtain pollen clean and dry.
Bees go through one perforated grid with holes of about 5 mm. When you pass through it, part of the pollen of your corbicles comes off and falls into a lower tray or drawer protected from moisture and light. Bees continue their work without difficulty.
It is installed in the input of the hive, replacing the flight board or docking on it. The collector drawer is at the bottom, protected from the sun and moisture to keep the pollen cool and dry.
During the Spring and Summer, when there is abundant flowering. It is advisable not to keep it activated more than 3 or 4 days in a row, to allow the bees to store enough pollen for their own consumption.
It depends on the strength of the colony and the flowering available, but a strong hive can produce between 50 and 150 grams daily. It is recommended to leave rest days between collections so as not to weaken the colony.
After each use, remove the drawer and wipe it with a damp cloth or soft brush. The rack can be washed with warm water and neutral soap. Keep wood treated with natural oil or wax to protect it from moisture, avoiding chemical paints or varnishes.
The pollen should be dried or frozen shortly after harvest. Store in airtight containers, away from light and moisture. Fresh pollen can be kept in the freezer for months without losing properties.
Depends on the hive system:
Both models serve the same function, being chosen according to the comfort of beekeeper.
