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are removed. Where there ia a dearth of nectar the combs should 

 be kept in the honey house until the evening before returning. If 

 not done it is likely to cause robbing and excitement in the apiary. 

 If the combs are returned just to be cleaned six or more can be put 

 over one colony. , In storing surplus combs it is necessary to place 

 them in a light, well ventilated room or in the hive bodies where they 

 can be watched and fumigated when necessary to prevent their destruc- 

 tion by wax moth larva. 



The extracted honey should be drawn from the extractor run 

 through a strainer and stored either in a large galvanized can or 

 other open v.essels. The container should be covered with a cloth 

 to keep out dust and insects. It is essential not to store extracted 

 honey in a damp cool cellar basement or room as it readily absorbs 

 moisture. Keep it in a warm dry place for several days before pre- 

 paration for market. 



WHAT TO DO WITH THE HONEY CAPPINGS. 



The honey cappings collected in the uncapping can should be separat- 

 ed from the honey by straining the honey through a close meshed 

 wire strainer or cheese cloth sacks. The cappings should be thorough- 

 ly washed with cold water and then melted. In order to conserve 

 the honey in the washings it can be used in making vinegar. 



SOURCES OF NECTAR. 



Every beekeeper should familiarize himself with the honey produc- 

 ing flora of his locality. Even if it is difficult at times to ascertain the 



Figure 24. 

 Dandelion Furnishes Nectar and Pollen in the Early Spring. 



