Backyard Beekeeping Questions and Answers Episode 217, are plastic frames better than wooden frames?

Welcome to another episode of Backyard Beekeeping topics, this is the audio from today's YouTube Video:  https://youtu.be/ElWwFdGVuX4

 

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This list of topics and associated video time-stamps have been generously provided by Adam Holmes

1) I have seen a queen in my hive, but she wasn't laying. Is it too late in the year to re-Queen my hive? 6:07

 

2) I'm a new beekeeper. I see you have a video comparing a couple of plastic foundations, what are your thoughts on full plastic frames. 16:12

 

3) Regarding feeding sugar syrup vs dry sugar. Why not switch to dry sugar feeding for the majority of the year? 27:38

 

4) Here in my location we have had 18.7 inches of rain from June 1st to July 23rd. The bees have been bringing in very little pollen. I have added Global Pollen Patties, did I do the right thing by adding the pollen patty? 40:43

 

5) I have a Layens Hive that's almost full of brood and honey. The entrance is in the middle with options for entrances at either end. How do I move the entrance from the center to an end? 47:50

 

6) I would like to know your thoughts on the Apimaye Hive now that you've had it for a year. 52:55