{"title":"Bee Feeders, Bee Food \u0026 Nutrition","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThere's a variety of weather and hive events which make feeding necessary. We have put together a \u003ca title=\"Feeding Bees\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ecrotek.com.au\/blogs\/articles\/your-guide-to-supplementary-feeding-for-bees\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efull series of videos and blogs \u003c\/a\u003eto answer all of your questions around feeding bees. This includes answering questions like:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e- When should you feed your bees? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e- Why should you feed your bees? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e- How to feed bees? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e- What to feed bees? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eBelow you will find our recommended products for feeding bees including top feeders, rim feeders, and frame feeders for sugar syrup as well as pollen supplies like patties and pollen powder to keep your bee hives in top condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"3-4-depth-2-litre-plastic-feeder-1-frame","title":"2L Plastic Feeder - 3\/4 Depth","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotationally moulded black plastic feeders available in four sizes; 3\/4 Depth 2 litres (1 frame), Full Depth 2.5 litres (1 frame), Full Depth 5 litre (2 frame) and Full Depth 7 litre (3 frame)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStuff lightly with bracken (tree fern or wood wool) to create a ladder for the bees to climb in and out to avoid drowning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade from 100% virgin food grade polyethylene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ecrotek - AU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40103235420327,"sku":"FEPL32","price":14.26,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/3095\/3639\/products\/unnamed_c7909a90-b2ce-4a67-ba4e-d4cd901b660e.jpg?v=1627883889"},{"product_id":"full-depth-2-5-litre-plastic-feeder-1-frame","title":"2.5L Plastic Feeder - Full Depth","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotationally moulded black plastic feeders available in four sizes; 3\/4 Depth 2 litres (1 frame), Full Depth 2.5 litres (1 frame), Full Depth 5 litres (2 frame) and Full Depth 7 litres (3 frame)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStuff lightly with bracken (tree fern or wood wool) to create a ladder for the bees to climb in and out to avoid drowning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade from 100% virgin food grade polyethylene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ecrotek - AU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40103235846311,"sku":"FEPLF3","price":20.12,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/3095\/3639\/products\/unnamed_3144322f-2e09-478d-870f-3d86cecb5ad0.jpg?v=1627883887"},{"product_id":"full-depth-5-litre-plastic-feeder-2-frame","title":"5L Plastic Feeder - Full Depth","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotationally moulded black plastic feeders available in four sizes; 3\/4 Depth 2 litres (1 frame), Full Depth 2.5 litres (1 frame), Full Depth 5 litre (2 frame) and Full Depth 7 litre (3 frame)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStuff lightly with bracken (tree fern or wood wool) to create a ladder for the bees to climb in and out to avoid drowning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade from 100% virgin food grade polyethylene \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ecrotek - AU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40103236206759,"sku":"FEPLF5","price":10.45,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/3095\/3639\/products\/unnamed_717b0bb7-41d0-4c1e-9ba9-7c2e8d8490e4.jpg?v=1627883884"},{"product_id":"beetek-9-5l-top-feeder-90mm-deep","title":"9.5L Beetek Top Feeder - 10 Frame","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop feeders are great for feeding raw or dry white sugar in the early and mid-winter, the feeder provides additional nutrients to ensure the hives survival\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: 100% virgin food grade plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for 10 frame supers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring late winter\/early spring you can increase the ratio of Sugar to water (2 to 1 ratio), this ensures the bee colony's are fully nourished in preparation for the busy summer months. When feeding this way it is important to either use the Bee Saver or other natural resources such as twigs or pebbles - this allows the bees to access the sugar syrup while minimizing drowning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions (LWH): approx. 492mm x 388mm x 82mm (external of body approx. 456 x 352 x 80mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caution should be taken when using top feeders with migratory lids or our Hive Doctor Therma-Lid as water may enter the hive during periods of wet weather. Best suited for use with lid styles that cover the joint between the top box and the feeder.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHANDY TIP:\u003c\/strong\u003e Studies suggest placement of sugar syrup in hives is best done simultaneously towards the evening to minimize any tendency for bees to rob the hives that are fed; by simultaneously feeding all hives in the area this further lowers the tendency for robbing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ecrotek - AU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40103236501671,"sku":"FEPLTF","price":9.47,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/3095\/3639\/products\/FEPLTF_1.png?v=1643673409"},{"product_id":"hive-doctor-one-piece-top-feeder-bee-saver-corner-only","title":"Corner Bee Saver for Hive Doctor Top Feeder","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Bee Corners are designed for the One Piece Top Feeder, and serves as a 'island' in the sea of sugar syrup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese are located on 4 corners of the top feeders. Bees are able to climb inside the Bee Corners and feed on the sugar solution to prevent starvation when your beehive has little or no food and supplies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHANDY TIP:\u003c\/strong\u003e Studies suggest placement of sugar syrup in hives is best done simultaneously towards the evening to minimize any tendency for bees to rob the hives that are fed; by simultaneously feeding all hives in the area this further lowers the tendency for robbing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ecrotek - AU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40103236927655,"sku":"FEPLTFHDC","price":1.04,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/3095\/3639\/products\/unnamed_1ced0223-2a87-4117-a71e-5fa91bfebbc8.jpg?v=1627883877"},{"product_id":"hive-doctor-one-piece-12l-top-feeder-10-frame","title":"12L Hive Doctor Top Feeder - 10 Frame","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis Hive Doctor completer top feeder saves you time and money whilst delivering a fantastic range of innovative features, including a larger capacity, integrated ready-to-use rim, and multiple feeding ports to improve bee access to syrup even on uneven ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in 10 Frame (12L) and 8 Frame (9.5L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore importantly, all feeding ports lock firmly into place to prevent bee drownings \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade from tough, UV stable, high quality food grade polypropylene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive feeding stations are located throughout the feeder; two on each end and another in the centre (replacements can be purchased \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ecrotek-au.myshopify.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=bee%20saver*\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e). Placement of the feeding stations has been carefully developed to ensure your bees can reach all the liquid sugar even when the hive is placed on uneven ground. Each feeding station was designed to firmly lock in place, preventing lifting and reducing bee drownings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated rim saves time and money - no wooden rim required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeeding stations (bee savers) lock into place to prevent bee drownings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill level indicators for measured feeds \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUV resistant food grade plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned with reinforced walls and ribbing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerimeter access for feeding on uneven ground \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully assembled - ready to go\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: Caution should be taken when using top feeders with migratory lids as water may enter the hive during periods of wet weather. Best suited for use with lid styles that cover the joint between the top box and the feeder. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ecrotek - AU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40103237025959,"sku":"FEPLTFHDCOMP","price":22.55,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/3095\/3639\/products\/unnamed_efec6805-0b94-4040-9e15-5a924cf9681f.jpg?v=1627883874"},{"product_id":"hive-doctor-one-piece-9-5l-top-feeder-8-frame","title":"9.5L Hive Doctor Top Feeder - 8 Frame","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis Hive Doctor completer top feeder saves you time and money whilst delivering a fantastic range of innovative features, including a larger capacity, integrated ready-to-use rim, and multiple feeding ports to improve bee access to syrup even on uneven ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Available in 8 Frame (9.5L) and 10 Frame (12L) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore importantly, all feeding ports lock firmly into place to prevent bee drownings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade from tough, UV stable, high quality food grade polypropylene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive feeding stations are located throughout the feeder; two on each end and another in the centre (replacements can be purchased\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ecrotek-au.myshopify.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=bee%20saver*\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e). Placement of the feeding stations has been carefully developed to ensure your bees can reach all the liquid sugar even when the hive is placed on uneven ground. Each feeding station was designed to firmly lock in place, preventing lifting and reducing bee drownings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated rim saves time and money - no wooden rim required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeeding stations (bee savers) lock into place to prevent bee drownings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill level indicators for measured feeds \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUV resistant food grade plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned with reinforced walls and ribbing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerimeter access for feeding on uneven ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully assembled - ready to go\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: Caution should be taken when using top feeders with migratory lids as water may enter the hive during periods of wet weather. Best suited for use with lid styles that cover the joint between the top box and the feeder. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ecrotek - AU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40103237419175,"sku":"FEPLTFHDCOMP8","price":22.55,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/3095\/3639\/products\/unnamed_fcf339c3-c0ec-42a8-826a-2a84f988124e.jpg?v=1701737065"},{"product_id":"hive-doctor-one-piece-top-feeder-bee-saver-centre-only","title":"Bee Saver for Hive Doctor Top Feeder","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Bee Saver centre are designed for the One Piece Top Feeder, and serves as a 'island' in the sea of sugar syrup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBees are able to climb inside the bee saver and feed on the sugar solution to prevent starvation when your beehive has little or no food and supplies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHANDY TIP:\u003c\/strong\u003e Studies suggest placement of sugar syrup in hives is best done simultaneously towards the evening to minimize any tendency for bees to rob the hives that are fed; by simultaneously feeding all hives in the area this further lowers the tendency for robbing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ecrotek - AU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40103237845159,"sku":"FEPLTFHDS","price":3.38,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/3095\/3639\/products\/unnamed_05d7b3cb-f248-4710-a54a-96d368d8fd5e.jpg?v=1627883868"},{"product_id":"beetek-bee-saver-for-beetek-feeder","title":"Bee Saver for Beetek Top Feeder","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBees are able to climb onto the Beetek Bee Saver and feed on the sugar solution to prevent starvation when your beehive has little or no food and supplies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Bee Saver is used in conjunction with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ecrotek-au.myshopify.com\/products\/beetek-9-5l-top-feeder-90mm-deep?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=29a9d799f\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBeetek Top Feeder 9.5 Litre\u003c\/a\u003e during early and mid-winter. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHANDY TIP:\u003c\/strong\u003e Studies suggest placement of sugar syrup in hives is best done simultaneously towards the evening to minimize any tendency for bees to rob the hives that are fed; by simultaneously feeding all hives in the area this further lowers the tendency for robbing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ecrotek - AU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40103238238375,"sku":"FEPLTFS","price":3.27,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/3095\/3639\/products\/FEPLTFS_3.png?v=1642724052"},{"product_id":"hive-doctor-w5-5l-frame-feeder","title":"Hive Doctor W5 Frame Feeder (5L)","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eW-shaped bottom allows the bees to get to sugar syrup without the hive being perfectly flat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis frame feeder was developed to reduce bee drownings that can be associated with traditional open topped frame feeders\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 litre capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e68mm (2 x 34mm frame) width\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong design and materials, with a rib to strengthen central chamber, and prevent the feeder shape distorting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCap and ladder clip together safely and securely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-assembled, and easy to dissemble for cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrame feeders ensures bees are well nourished during the harder months when pollen isn't as prominent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/3095\/3639\/files\/Feeder_Information_Guide.pdf?v=1644355455\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHive Doctor Frame Feeder Use and Parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/3095\/3639\/files\/Hive_Doctor_W5_Feeder_HDW5FF_NZ_0110.pdf?v=1644355455\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHive Doctor Frame Feeder Information Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/3095\/3639\/files\/Borouge_BE961MO_Food_Contact_Statement.pdf?v=1644355455\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePolypropylene Food Compliance Statement \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ecrotek - AU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40103304954023,"sku":"HDW5FF","price":20.19,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/3095\/3639\/products\/Shopify_product_93.png?v=1644354971"},{"product_id":"feeder-rim-90mm-no-handle-rebate","title":"Flat Pack Feeder Rim - 10 Frame","description":"\u003cp\u003eEasy to assemble\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupports the Beetek top feeder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLEASE NOTE: Due to the nature of timber, the specs\/dimensions of the boxes may vary depending on the moisture levels by 1 –2 mm. You may be required to carry out some sanding\/plaining of the assembled boxes after assembly.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ecrotek - AU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40103380680871,"sku":"STFB9N","price":10.45,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/3095\/3639\/products\/unnamed_d8b9447b-af3c-46a1-87b5-6c027374efe1.jpg?v=1627883434"},{"product_id":"vitahivea-power-feeda-patties-15kg","title":"Vitahive™ Power Feed™ Patties 15kg - Pollen Supplement","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitaHive™ Power Feed™ is a powerful pollen supplement that not only delivers optimal nutrition to your hive but also significantly boosts your brood, bee health and longevity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in New Zealand from local and imported ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30 Patties per box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal overall weight is 5kg or 15kg, quantities of patties may vary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShelf life is 9 months unopened. Once opened, tightly wrap to avoid drying when in storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Feed\u003c\/strong\u003e contains a unique, highly researched and specially blended mix of pH balanced proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals to provide your hives with the nutrition they need to thrive (plus they love the taste!). More importantly \u003cstrong\u003ePower Feed\u003c\/strong\u003e is GMO free and does not contain any soy or animal products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's one thing getting the right ingredients but its another making them work to benefit your bees. \u003cstrong\u003ePower Feed\u003c\/strong\u003e is proudly made in New Zealand using advanced milling techniques that significantly reduces the particle size of the ingredients. This is important. Why? When you're as small as a bee a smaller particle makes a BIG difference. Smaller particles have a larger surface to volume ratio; when it comes to bees, this significantly improves digestion, bioavailability and uptake of the nutrients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitaHive Power Feed\u003c\/strong\u003e is the perfect feed during times of low pollen availability or high energy demand. 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