If the colony is strong this is the time to split. Consider demaree, pagden or other method.
See Nuc Creation as swarm control Here (as recommended by Tony Harris of Moray Beekeeping Association).
The bees can still run out of stores this month, particularly if there is a cold wet spell. Hefting the hive at regular intervals will give the idea of the weight of the stores left. Be prepared to feed if circumstances require. Remember the
June Gap.
See the BeeBase Varroa Calculator
Here (a useful tool for calculating varroa infestation levels in your colony).


