Beehive Numbers

Beehive Numbers 

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1. Easy Identification

Quickly locate and refer to specific hives during inspections or treatments.

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2. Better Record Keeping

Track hive performance (honey yield, queen health, brood strength) over time using the hive number.

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3. Efficient Problem Solving

Spot and manage issues—like disease or aggression—by isolating the problem hive.

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4. Simplifies Communication

Clear reference for team members or when working with mentors, inspectors, or vets.

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5. Improves Breeding Decisions

Track which hives produce the best queens or most honey, helping with selective breeding.

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6. Helps with Hive Movement

When moving hives (e.g. for pollination or relocation), numbered hives avoid mix-ups.