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The beekeeper should never leave bits of 

 honey in the open where the bees can find ac- 

 cess to it, as this often starts robbing. When 

 the bees find honey exposed at a time when no 

 nectar is coming from the fields, it starts them 

 seeking out every crevice in the vicinity in 

 search of a larger supply, and much trouble is 

 likely to result. 



Preparing for the Crop, — Aside from 

 making sure that the bees are in good condition, 

 have a suitable supply of honey and proper 

 protection ; there is not much to be done in early 

 spring. Supplies should always be ready in 

 advance so that when the crop season arrives 

 there will be no delay. 



Care should be used to see that room is 

 added as fast as needed. When the brood 

 chamber becomes crowded it is time to give 

 super room. If, when the cover is removed, the 

 hive seems to be overflowing with bees and the 

 combs are being whitened at the tops of the 



