Flow Hive Harvest, my 9th year REVIEW, Now what do I really think?

Summary

Key Points

• The video begins by showing how to check if a Flow Hive is ready for harvest, looking for capped cells and ensuring the hive is tilted correctly for gravity-assisted honey flow. 1:22
• The video concludes by showing a successful harvest, detailing the yield from one super and discussing the potential income from selling the honey. 4:42
• The video emphasizes that honey from each frame can have unique flavors and scents, advising against combining honey from different frames into a single container. 5:41
• A common question addressed is whether Flow Hives work, with the presenter confirming they are effective and directing viewers to a comprehensive resource on his website. 6:26
• It is crucial to open the Flow Frames in short increments to prevent overwhelming the system and causing honey to leak back into the hive. 8:06
• The presenter explains how to clean and maintain Flow Frames, recommending hot water (up to 150°F) to melt beeswax and propolis, and advises storing them closed for the winter. 10:17
• Crystallized honey in Flow Frames can be re-liquefied by warming them, after which the honey can be harvested. 11:30
• The presenter explains the function of the Flow Hive's key mechanism, where inserting a key opens internal frames, allowing honey to flow through tubes into collection jars. 13:17
• Flow Frames are not designed for mechanical extraction like centrifuges; their purpose is to allow for a touchless harvest directly from the hive. 14:17
• The presenter debunks the idea that Flow Hive users are lazy beekeepers, stating the system allows for a more accessible way to keep bees and harvest honey. 19:15