Winter Feeding: Why Pollen Patties Over Sugar? - Ask Ray When it comes to overwintering hives, many beekeepers turn to sugar blocks or dry sugar — but Ray Civitts has a different approach. After decades in the bee yard, he’s learned that pollen patties often give colonies a better edge going into spring. Here's why Ray prefers pollen patties over just sugar: 🧠 Bees don’t just need energy — they need protein. Sugar provides the carbs, but without protein, the queen won’t ramp up egg laying. And
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Winter doesn’t forgive guessing. If your bees run out of stores mid-winter, there’s no second chance. That’s why we created a fondant patty that mimics what bees naturally eat — cooked sugar inverted into simple glucose and fructose, the same sugars found in honey. We mix in bee pollen and Honey Bee Healthy to give them essential nutrients and a scent they can’t resist. It’s easier for bees to digest, helps prevent starvation, and slips right under our Bee Beanie insulation board for perfect con
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