9. Hive Stand

9. Hive Stand

The hive stand is an optional piece of equipment that elevates the bottom board (floor) of the hive off the ground.

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In principle, this support reduces dampness in the hive, extends the life of the bottom board, and helps keep the front entrance free of grass and weeds. Hive stands may be concrete blocks, bricks, railroad ties, pallets, logs, or commercially produced. A hive stand may support a single colony, two colonies, or a row of several colonies.

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