{"title":"EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"ezpz-swarm-cell-cage-adapter","title":"EZPZ Swarm Cell Cage Adapter","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe EZPZ Swarm Cell Cage Adapter is used with the Swarm Cell Cage. Use it to wedge open the cage and guide your queens into an EZPZ Queen Cage for introduction or just into your hand for evaluation and\/or marking. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade of sturdy, translucent PETG plastic. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany thanks to Aaron Weber, the beekeeper who inspired this product and was instrumental in its testing and development. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ezpz.buzz\/pages\/product-care\"\u003eProduct Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47237529305244,"sku":"2025223","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1520\/6812\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_92d5b8b9-de32-476d-ba21-bc025d0c283f.jpg?v=1784482157"},{"product_id":"ezpz-tray","title":"EZPZ Tray","description":"\u003cp\u003eKeep your cages organized and safe in the incubator with this tray. Each will hold 30 cages securely, even when held at an angle or jostled (but try not to jostle your cells!). Along one side, there's a slot to place a card for record keeping or notes. You can also put a little tape on one edge and write on it with Sharpie. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e 4 trays will fit in the typical 25 liter reptile incubator for a total of 120 cages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e 6 trays will fit in a Hovabator 1588 for a capacity of 180 cages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Each measures 6-3\/8 x 5in. Please check your incubator for best fit. Trays now include a small finger tab as shown in the second picture. This makes removal from the incubator much easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE\u003c\/strong\u003e: If you have the older style EZPZ Queen Cages made in white plastic, the fit in the tray may be very snug.  The new cages are made of better, more durable material and have a cleaner finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ezpz.buzz\/pages\/product-care\"\u003eProduct Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47237529338012,"sku":"2023003","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1520\/6812\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_5ec4beac-0406-419d-82cb-692e9cea3fb1.jpg?v=1784482157"},{"product_id":"ezpz-queen-cage-set","title":"EZPZ Queen Cage Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe EZPZ queen cage was designed specifically for the JZBZ cell cup and fits just right. The Set combines 30 cages, 30 Candy Caps and a Tray. You'll save by buying the set and it comes with a free 5ml syringe for adding honey and\/or water to the cage troughs. Just added: the Set now includes a 14ga dispensing needle to go on the syringe to make adding honey and water to the troughs easier!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Set is made of PETG plastic for durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Leave the long needle off to start and suck up a bunch of honey into the syringe. Place the needle on the tip and carefully add a drop into one trough of each cage. Then empty the syringe and refill it with water. Add the needle and practice dispensing a drop or two outside the cages (it's actually harder than honey because it tends to squirt out too much) before applying a couple of drops into the other trough in each cage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ezpz.buzz\/pages\/product-care\"\u003eProduct Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47237529370780,"sku":"2023005","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1520\/6812\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_62c8e679-ab10-4ee2-9a35-0ced455b890e.jpg?v=1784482158"},{"product_id":"ezpz-bee-escape-4pk","title":"EZPZ Bee Escape, 4pk","description":"\u003cp\u003eSold as a pack of 4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EZPZ Bee Escape is a modern take on a classic design. Attach it to a board the size of your Langstroth hive (5, 8 or 10 frame) with a hole about 1.5\" in diameter and shims around the edges. Place over the top brood box \u003cstrong\u003eface down\u003c\/strong\u003e then replace honey supers to clear them. This is usually done for 24 hours. Any longer will allow development of small hive beetles. You must also close any entrance above the board or the honey supers will be subject to robbing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e You can also mount it on an inner cover but be sure to remove it before using it for an inner cover again because it will trap bees between the inner and telescoping covers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a cool trick: when stacking honey supers in your truck, place one face up so the stragglers can get out but curious foragers can't get in. It works great! Picture shows top and bottom.  Made of PETG plastic for durability and UV resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ezpz.buzz\/pages\/product-care\"\u003eProduct Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47237529436316,"sku":"2025229","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1520\/6812\/files\/20241013-201859.jpg?v=1784482157"},{"product_id":"ezpz-candy-caps-30pk","title":"EZPZ Candy Caps, 30pk","description":"\u003cp\u003eSold as a pack of 30.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn your EZPZ queen cages into into transport and introduction cages with Candy Caps! The flat top makes it easy to apply tape for longer delayed release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis candy cap holds approximately 6 grams of queen candy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFill with your favorite queen candy. I use a cup of powdered sugar and a couple of tablespoons of corn syrup. It's just enough for 30 caps. Mix and knead thoroughly,  adding a little syrup at a time until its just workable and doesn't slump when rolled into a ball and left on the counter. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE\u003c\/strong\u003e: If you have the older style EZPZ Queen Cages made in white plastic, these may be very snug.  The new cages are made of better, more durable material and have a cleaner finish. Upgrading is recommended. If you need Candy Caps for the white cages, please contact us before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ezpz.buzz\/pages\/product-care\"\u003eProduct Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47237529403548,"sku":"20230022","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1520\/6812\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_0b20b903-5499-4a77-8c7c-0f72f2d44e00.jpg?v=1784482157"},{"product_id":"ezpz-5-1-mm-50-pin-hygienic-tester","title":"EZPZ 5.1 mm 50 Pin Hygienic Tester","description":"\u003cp\u003e Knowing is half the battle! Proper genetic selection is essential to raising great queens. Selecting for hygienic behavior is an important component of a solid program. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/379077900_Standard_methods_for_rearing_and_selection_of_Apis_mellifera_queens_20\" title=\"Standard methods for rearing and selection of Apis mellifera queens 2.0\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eResearch \u003c\/a\u003edemonstrates pin-killed brood testing is a practical, low-cost field standard for selecting Varroa-resistant, hygienic lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e This kit consists of the \u003cstrong\u003e5.1mm\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 pin tester, protective cover, positioning guide, sanitizing sponge, 50 spare pins and hex key for repair. It is also available in a 5.4mm size. If you're not sure which size to choose, measure 10 or 20 cells across on your foundation and divide by 10 or 20, or use this guide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"im\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMOST COMMON\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRight-Cell and Puracell (Premier) is typically defined as 5.4mm and 5.3mm (\u003cstrong\u003eOrder the 5.4mm Stamp\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eAcorn and Pierco foundation is typically defined as 5.2mm\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(\u003cstrong\u003eOrder the 5.4mm Stamp\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eNatural\/Small Cell proponents will use cell sizing in 4.9mm\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(\u003cstrong\u003eOrder the 5.1 mm Stamp\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/379077900_Standard_methods_for_rearing_and_selection_of_Apis_mellifera_queens_20\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/379077900_Standard_methods_for_rearing_and_selection_of_Apis_mellifera_queens_20\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1772295830771000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw0VdlhQBXuuuUop08JhJ19g\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe new international queen-breeding “Standard Methods 2.0” paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e highlights the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epin-killed brood test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as a practical, low-cost field standard for selecting Varroa-resistant, hygienic lines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"im\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWatch Lutz Eggert, PKB Expert and Queen Breeder make a presentation on the PKB tool\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Dd-cGwmMptw?si=s1cdxnNSo2SbL6fY\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/youtu.be\/Dd-cGwmMptw?si%3Ds1cdxnNSo2SbL6fY\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1772295830771000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw2xRpPDrR1s0Roi_jy4qzoT\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWatch James Lee’s Bees demonstration of correlation between Harbo, Mite Wash, and PKB scores\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/32H4slYn_TM?si=evHzLHZi8dC7prMG\u0026amp;t=462\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/youtu.be\/32H4slYn_TM?si%3DevHzLHZi8dC7prMG%26t%3D462\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1772295830771000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw3l2AA_a_na9O-T7Oo93ih7\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor more information on use and media click\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sbgmi.org\/pkbinfo\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/sbgmi.org\/pkbinfo\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1772295830771000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw2UJhML2rsE6pYQnpg8Op01\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Procedure:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Fully saturate the sponge in its case with 70% alcohol. Take the kit, queen marker, a camera (phone is fine) and some note cards to the apiary. For each hive, select part of a frame with mature (purple eye) capped brood without open cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Position the tester so the pins are centered over the cells. Using the guide is helpful but not necessary. Press the tester straight into the cells all the way but not enough to smash the caps. Mark around the test area to clearly identify it. Write the hive ID and the time on a card, place it near the test area and photograph it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Fully insert the pins of the tester into the sponge to clean and sanitize before testing the next hive. Allow the alcohol to evaporate before insertion in the next hive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Return to each hive after 6 hours and 24 hours and photograph the test area, including a note with hive ID and time. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Clean and sanitize all equipment, allow to dry and store safely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterpreting Results:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e After 6 hours, some removal should have taken place. If 80-100% removal has occurred already, the test may not be valid due to existing conditions in the colony. This can be a false positive for hygienic behavior. If the 6 hour results show moderate removal and the 24 hour results are 80-100% removal, the colony is positive for hygienic behavior! Note that this is only a quick look and testing can be repeated at different times for greater assurance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Caution:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The pins are very sharp! They are also very slender for test accuracy reasons. They can be bent easily. Removal and replacement of individual pins is possible using the hex key and needle nosed pliers. Be very careful removing the bent pin and more careful inserting the new one.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47237529469084,"sku":"20255150","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1520\/6812\/files\/PXL_20251219_021550172.jpg?v=1784482158"},{"product_id":"ezpz-deep-queen-banker-2pk","title":"EZPZ Deep Queen Banker, 2pk","description":"\u003cp\u003eSold as a pack of 2. Cages sold separately. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBanking queen bees is handy under various circumstances. Maybe you are holding virgins for instrumental insemination and you don't have an incubator or you feel having them in with actual nurse bees would be better. Banking mated queens is useful for holding until customers pick them up or you're ready to use them yourself. The EZPZ Deep Queen Banker will hold 20  EZPZ Queen Cages. 2 Bankers can fit on a frame as shown for a total of 40 cages banked. Made of sturdy PETG! \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e(frame and cages not included)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Banking Queen Bees\" href=\"https:\/\/www.projectapism.org\/s\/queen_banking_guide_web_copy.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGuide to Banking Queens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eUsage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Snap a Banker into your groove type Langstroth deep frame (the kind for plastic foundation) carefully in the center of the frame where the bottom bar is most flexible. In a new frame it can slide back and forth once installed. It can be taped or waxed to keep it centered. Some beekeepers who bank queens like to keep them centered in the hive. Others prefer to fill the frame so 2 Bankers can be installed to hold 40 cages. They should be added to the frame as it is assembled. There isn't enough flex to add 2 after the frame is assembled. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE\u003c\/strong\u003e: If you have the older style EZPZ Queen Cages made in white plastic, the fit in the tray may be very snug.  The new cages are made of better, more durable material and have a cleaner finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ezpz.buzz\/pages\/product-care\"\u003eProduct Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47237529632924,"sku":"2025228","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1520\/6812\/files\/20250607_201323.jpg?v=1784482156"},{"product_id":"grafting-station","title":"Grafting Station","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen grafting larvae for queen rearing, it's a good idea to prop up the frame in order to be able to see clearly into the bottom of the cells. There are plenty of options for this but I like a simple method. Lay a piece of newspaper on your table and set the frame in both bars at once. Practice first and find the angle you like. Cleanup and storage are easy with this simple tool. This pair of stands secures the frame at a shallow or steep angle depending on your preference. Made of PETG plastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold as a pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ezpz.buzz\/pages\/product-care\"\u003eProduct Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47237529534620,"sku":"2023110","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1520\/6812\/files\/background-editor_output_26468e1b-c8c5-4b73-b535-4eefc1066e6d.png?v=1784482156"},{"product_id":"ezpz-medium-queen-banker-2pk","title":"EZPZ Medium Queen Banker, 2pk","description":"\u003cp\u003eSold as a pack of 2. Cages sold separately. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBanking queen bees is handy under various circumstances. Maybe you are holding virgins for instrumental insemination and you don't have an incubator or you feel having them in with actual nurse bees would be better. Banking mated queens is useful for holding until customers pick them up or you're ready to use them yourself. The EZPZ Medium Queen Banker will hold 10  EZPZ Queen Cages. 2 Bankers can fit on a frame as shown for a total of 20 cages banked. Made of sturdy PETG! \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e(frame and cages not included)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Banking Queen Bees\" href=\"https:\/\/www.projectapism.org\/s\/queen_banking_guide_web_copy.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGuide to Banking Queens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eUsage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Snap a Banker into your groove type Langstroth deep frame (the kind for plastic foundation) carefully in the center of the frame where the bottom bar is most flexible. In a new frame it can slide back and forth once installed. It can be taped or waxed to keep it centered. Some beekeepers who bank queens like to keep them centered in the hive. Others prefer to fill the frame so 2 Bankers can be installed to hold 20 cages. They should be added to the frame as it is assembled, as shown. There isn't enough flex to add 2 after the frame is assembled. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE\u003c\/strong\u003e: If you have the older style EZPZ Queen Cages made in white plastic, the fit in the tray may be very snug.  The new cages are made of better, more durable material and have a cleaner finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ezpz.buzz\/pages\/product-care\"\u003eProduct Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47237529567388,"sku":"2025227","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1520\/6812\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_a8ca548b-ac41-4020-8fa4-e0999d294e85.jpg?v=1784482157"},{"product_id":"ezpz-queen-rearing-kit","title":"EZPZ Queen Rearing Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe EZPZ Queen Rearing Kit is centered around the award winning EZPZ Queen Cage and includes everything you need to raise and protect up to 60 queens in your apiary. After that, you only need more cell cups to keep making more!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  All major components are made in USA from PETG. The cell bars and cups are genuine JZBZ. This is very important for successful grafting and to use with the EZPZ components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e If you've never grafted before, don't worry! With a little practice you'll be doing it easily. Choose a great donor queen and make a strong starter. I like using the Cloake Method because it's a starter and finisher in one and the colony isn't sacrificed for the sake of the queen cells. Sue Cobey wrote a \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Cloake Board Queen Rearing by Susan Cobey\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/2323\/8929\/files\/Cloake-Board-Method-of-Queen-Rearing-and-Banking-Sue-Cobey.pdf?v=1698785797\" target=\"_blank\"\u003egreat article\u003c\/a\u003e about it. You can use other methods with this kit, too. I also recommend the book \u003cem\u003eQueen Rearing Essentials\u003c\/em\u003e to hone your skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30 EZPZ Queen Cages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30 EZPZ Candy Caps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60 JZBZ Cell Cups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 JZBZ Cell Bars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 EZPZ Tray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 syringe and blunt needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 Marking pen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 frame brackets for holding cell bars on a deep frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 Chinese grafting tool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 Grafting Station\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe frame brackets should be attached to a \u003cem\u003enew\u003c\/em\u003e deep frame with the U's facing up and the top of the bracket at or near the top bar as shown. It allows for 2 bars of cells if you're adding cages on the bars or 3 bars if not. They may be attached with small screws or glue. Gorilla Super Glue works well. Use plenty and get it done days in advance so the fumes don't discourage the nurse bees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe syringe is for adding a drop of honey and a drop of water into the troughs at the bottom of each cage.  Leave the long needle off to start and suck up a bunch of honey into the syringe. Place the needle on the tip and carefully add a drop into one trough of each cage. Then empty the syringe and refill it with water. Add the needle and practice dispensing a drop or two outside the cages (it's actually harder than honey because it tends to squirt out too much) before applying a couple of drops into the other trough in each cage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ezpz.buzz\/pages\/product-care\"\u003eProduct Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47237529698460,"sku":"2023112","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1520\/6812\/files\/20251001_174702.jpg?v=1784482158"},{"product_id":"ezpz-5-4-mm-50-pin-hygienic-tester","title":"EZPZ 5.4 mm 50 Pin Hygienic Tester","description":"\u003cp\u003e Knowing is half the battle! Proper genetic selection is essential to raising great queens. Selecting for hygienic behavior is an important component of a solid program. \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Standard methods for rearing and selection of Apis mellifera queens 2.0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/379077900_Standard_methods_for_rearing_and_selection_of_Apis_mellifera_queens_20\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eResearch \u003c\/a\u003edemonstrates pin-killed brood testing is a practical, low-cost field standard for selecting Varroa-resistant, hygienic lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e This kit consists of the \u003cstrong\u003e5.4mm\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 pin tester, protective cover, positioning guide, sanitizing sponge, 50 spare pins and hex key for repair. It is also available in a 5.1mm size. If you're not sure which size to choose, measure 10 or 20 cells across on your foundation and divide by 10 or 20, or use this guide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"im\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMOST COMMON\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRight-Cell and Puracell (Premier) is typically defined as 5.4mm and 5.3mm (\u003cstrong\u003eOrder the 5.4mm Stamp\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eAcorn and Pierco foundation is typically defined as 5.2mm\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(\u003cstrong\u003eOrder the 5.4mm Stamp\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eNatural\/Small Cell proponents will use cell sizing in 4.9mm\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(\u003cstrong\u003eOrder the 5.1 mm Stamp\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/379077900_Standard_methods_for_rearing_and_selection_of_Apis_mellifera_queens_20\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/379077900_Standard_methods_for_rearing_and_selection_of_Apis_mellifera_queens_20\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1772295830771000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw0VdlhQBXuuuUop08JhJ19g\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe new international queen-breeding “Standard Methods 2.0” paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e highlights the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epin-killed brood test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as a practical, low-cost field standard for selecting Varroa-resistant, hygienic lines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"im\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWatch Lutz Eggert, PKB Expert and Queen Breeder make a presentation on the PKB tool\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Dd-cGwmMptw?si=s1cdxnNSo2SbL6fY\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/youtu.be\/Dd-cGwmMptw?si%3Ds1cdxnNSo2SbL6fY\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1772295830771000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw2xRpPDrR1s0Roi_jy4qzoT\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWatch James Lee’s Bees demonstration of correlation between Harbo, Mite Wash, and PKB scores\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/32H4slYn_TM?si=evHzLHZi8dC7prMG\u0026amp;t=462\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/youtu.be\/32H4slYn_TM?si%3DevHzLHZi8dC7prMG%26t%3D462\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1772295830771000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw3l2AA_a_na9O-T7Oo93ih7\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor more information on use and media click\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sbgmi.org\/pkbinfo\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/sbgmi.org\/pkbinfo\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1772295830771000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw2UJhML2rsE6pYQnpg8Op01\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Procedure:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Fully saturate the sponge in its case with 70% alcohol. Take the kit, queen marker, a camera (phone is fine) and some note cards to the apiary. For each hive, select part of a frame with mature (purple eye) capped brood without open cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Position the tester so the pins are centered over the cells. Using the guide is helpful but not necessary. Press the tester straight into the cells all the way but not enough to smash the caps. Mark around the test area to clearly identify it. Write the hive ID and the time on a card, place it near the test area and photograph it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Fully insert the pins of the tester into the sponge to clean and sanitize before testing the next hive. Allow the alcohol to evaporate before insertion in the next hive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Return to each hive after 6 hours and 24 hours and photograph the test area, including a note with hive ID and time. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Clean and sanitize all equipment, allow to dry and store safely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterpreting Results:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e After 6 hours, some removal should have taken place. If 80-100% removal has occurred already, the test may not be valid due to existing conditions in the colony. This can be a false positive for hygienic behavior. If the 6 hour results show moderate removal and the 24 hour results are 80-100% removal, the colony is positive for hygienic behavior! Note that this is only a quick look and testing can be repeated at different times for greater assurance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Caution:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The pins are very sharp! They are also very slender for test accuracy reasons. They can be bent easily. Removal and replacement of individual pins is possible using the hex key and needle nosed pliers. Be very careful removing the bent pin and more careful inserting the new one.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47237529731228,"sku":"20255450","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1520\/6812\/files\/PXL_20251219_021407226.jpg?v=1784482158"},{"product_id":"ezpz-swarm-cell-harvester-kit","title":"EZPZ Swarm Cell Harvester Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis complete kit is centered on the EZPZ Swarm Cell Cage  and has everything you need. It is a no-graft queen rearing technique. Swarm cells can make excellent queens and this kit will help you to maximize your results during swarm season by safely collecting swarm cells and protecting them for queen emergence, evaluation and introduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The EZPZ Swarm Cell Harvester Kit won the American Beekeeping Federation's Bee Practical Award for innovation!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Carefully remove ripe swarm cells even from plastic foundation using a hobby knife with a #18 chisel blade (included) by cutting away around it then sliding the knife in behind it. This is safest with cells that are Day 13 or older in order to avoid the sensitive development phase of days 10-12. If a portion of the cell is exposed, it should be placed against the wall of the cage to close the cell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Place the cell in the cradle of the cage as shown. Add a drop of honey and a drop of water into the small troughs at the bottom of the cage if desired and close carefully. Excess wax may need to be cut away before it will close properly. Be careful not to smash the cell while cutting, handling and placing in the cage. The Frame Stand is helpful for holding the frame upright while doing this. Bare hands or nitrile gloves are recommended for this work but it can be accomplished with thicker gloves with some patience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Closed cages may be placed in the Tray to facilitate handling and for holding in an incubator. Alternatively, the Banker Bar may be used. Carefully snap it into a standard deep Langstroth frame. If it slides back and forth too easily, it can be secured with tape or wax. The Banker Bar should be placed into a strong colony and checked daily. If the colony is queenright, placing it above a queen excluder is recommended. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Once emerged, your new queens can be evaluated for quality and introduced into mating nucs. Prepare queen candy as described on the page for Candy Caps and use the transfer adapter to move the queens from the Swarm Cell Cages to the EZPZ Queen Cages then cap. Introduce by placing the cage between two frames near brood tilted downward by about 15 degrees. Note: some beekeepers have success introducing virgins uncaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e I also recommend the book \u003cem\u003eQueen Rearing Essentials\u003c\/em\u003e to hone your skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnife and #17 blade\u003cbr\u003e15 Swarm Cell Cages\u003cbr\u003e15 EZPZ Queen Cages\u003cbr\u003e1 Transfer adapter\u003cbr\u003e1 30 Cage Tray\u003cbr\u003e15 Cage Plugs\u003cbr\u003e15 Candy Caps\u003cbr\u003eFrame Stand\u003cbr\u003eSyringe and blunt needle\u003cbr\u003eMarking pen \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e1 Deep Banker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe syringe is for adding a drop of honey and a drop of water into the troughs at the bottom of each cage.  Leave the long needle off to start and suck up a bunch of honey into the syringe. Place the needle on the tip and carefully add a drop into one trough of each cage. Then empty the syringe and refill it with water. Add the needle and practice dispensing a drop or two outside the cages (it's actually harder than honey because it tends to squirt out too much) before applying a couple of drops into the other trough in each cage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ezpz.buzz\/pages\/product-care\"\u003eProduct Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47237529665692,"sku":"202511","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1520\/6812\/files\/1000017293.jpg?v=1784482157"},{"product_id":"cell-bar-brackets","title":"Cell Bar Brackets","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis handy pair of brackets can be glued to the inside of deep end bars to hold JZBZ Cell Bars on your deep frame. They're designed for a Langstroth deep but can be cut down for a medium frame. The JZBZ bars can also be cut shorter for different frame types like Nationals or Layens. Made of sturdy PETG.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Use a moderate amount of super glue (Gorilla brand works well) on the frame and position the brackets at the top inside of each end bar. These can be used with 2 bars if caging or 3 bars without cages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold as a pair.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47237529600156,"sku":"2024002","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1520\/6812\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_07a72f21-11ad-431f-ad7b-240e03b040f8.jpg?v=1784482157"},{"product_id":"ezpz-swarm-cell-cage-15pk","title":"EZPZ Swarm Cell Cage, 15pk","description":"\u003cp\u003eSold as a pack of 15\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EZPZ Swarm Cell Cage was designed for beekeepers who harvest queen cells off frames. Instead of moving a whole frame of swarm cells to a split, each can be carefully removed with a sharp knife and placed into the cage to emerge safely in a queen bank or incubator. In this way, you can see the quality of your queen before placing her in a split or mating nuc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse them to protect your queens as they emerge. They work with the Banker for holding in a hive on a frame or with the Tray for holding in an incubator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach cage has small troughs in the bottom to provision the queen. The cage is designed to clamshell shut securely after inserting the swarm cell. Once your virgin emerges, use your fingers or the Swarm Cell Cage Adapter to open and evaluate. With care it can be used many times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade of sturdy, translucent PETG plastic. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cage and the adapter were inspired by beekeeper Aaron Weber, who was a full collaborator in the design process from early prototypes and field testing to the completed product. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ezpz.buzz\/pages\/product-care\"\u003eProduct Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47237529796764,"sku":"2025224","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1520\/6812\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_c20e4cda-bfcd-4c82-bde6-8c3b27cfc853.jpg?v=1784482158"},{"product_id":"wax-cell-cup-silicone-mold","title":"Wax Cell Cup Silicone Mold","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere's a handy silicone mold for making wax queen cell cups for grafting. Make 20 cups at a time efficiently. Just melt a small amount of wax or make a set each time you have melted wax ready for candle molds. Just like any molding process, it's best if they're fully cooled before demolding and cold temperatures will help. No mold release is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wax cell cups you make with your wax and this mold work great with our wax mounts so you can use natural wax for grafting and still be able to protect your queens with EZPZ Cages.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47237529763996,"sku":"2024016","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1520\/6812\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_d4675ff5-63fe-44ed-8087-59e4c00a1e73.jpg?v=1784482157"},{"product_id":"ezpz-apitherapy-cage","title":"EZPZ Apitherapy Cage","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe EZPZ Apitherapy Cage (Beta) is designed to go on the outside of any wooden hive to collect worker bees for apitherapy purposes (Bee Venom Therapy, or BVT). It slides onto the mounting bracket which mounts over a 1in hole you drill into the hive. Slide it into place and wait for some workers to enter. A drop of honey or a tiny swipe with lemon grass oil may be useful to entice them into the box. You can also try scratching on the surface like a raccoon to alert the guard bees and get them to come out. Slide the hatch closed and replace the cover by sliding it while pushing the box off the bracket as shown. If used properly, no workers should escape during this process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Once collected, slide the hatch open just enough to grab one bee at a time from the cage. Some practitioners will use CO2 gas to anesthetize the bees for easier handling. It's said that 3 minutes in a refrigerator will also work. Individual bees can then be loaded onto reverse tweezers for placement on the sting site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: CO2 dispenser and tweezers are not included. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg height=\"250\" width=\"250\" style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/2323\/8929\/files\/PXL_20260309_152109816.jpg?v=1773073147\"\u003e  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/2323\/8929\/files\/PXL_20260309_152105781.jpg?v=1773073147\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\" width=\"249\" height=\"249\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is now made in translucent PETG for greater visibility. The bracket has queen excluder size openings. Some photos show the old version. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Please note that this is a beta version. Feedback is welcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ezpz.buzz\/pages\/product-care\"\u003eProduct Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47237529862300,"sku":"2025225","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1520\/6812\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_6c18a69d-28bf-4a70-8d7c-75c883862ad9.jpg?v=1784482157"},{"product_id":"queen-rearing-essentials-2nd-edition","title":"Queen Rearing Essentials – 2nd Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lawrence John Connor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wicwas Press\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6″ x 9″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Perfect Bound (Paper)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 9781878075413\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIdeal For: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll beekeepers, especially queen breeders and producers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the request of readers and instructors, Dr. Connor has added sixty more pages of techniques and queen management ideas. He has expanded the concept of the queenless builder colony for use by those beekeepers who want to graft more frequently. This book will help you if you only need a few queens a year, or if you want to produce hundreds or thousands. The concepts are basic, the photographs “astounding”, and the book comes “Highly Recommended” by reviewers. If you save the cost of one queen, you have paid for the book and learned a great deal about bees and queens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the 2nd Edition of Queen Rearing Essentials by Dr Larry Connor. Dr. Larry Connor has produced another excellent learning manual for those who want to raise their own queens. Dr. Dewey Caron, professor emeritus, University of Delaware, says, \"Very detailed and practical manual for raising queens on a small scale from locally selected stock. Larry offers a tested and proven method to teach back-yarders how best to improve beekeeping stock for greater return and enjoyment.\" 159 pages, Softcover.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47237529829532,"sku":"2024003","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1520\/6812\/files\/Queen-Rearing-Essentials-Second-Edition.jpg?v=1784482156"},{"product_id":"ezpz-incubator","title":"EZPZ Incubator","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe EZPZ Incubator is designed to hold 60 EZPZ Queen Cages securely. It also holds the new EZPZ Cut Cell Cages. The heart of this queen cell incubator is the Incukit Mini 2. It has temperature sensing with a 0.1 degree accuracy and full adjustment capability. It also reads humidity (but you need to adjust moisture levels if needed).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT!\u003c\/strong\u003e The controller will maintain temperature very well in normal room temperature conditions. In a cold space, you may need to throw a towel over it. In sunny conditions, it can overheat quickly!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body of the queen cell incubator is made of sturdy, UV and temperature resistant PETG using 3D printers. It latches closed securely and opens fully with the carry handle doubling as a prop for the lid. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The included 60 cell tray is designed like our 30 cell tray, to space the cages efficiently and hold them securely. The included trough will hold a small, wet sponge to keep the humidity up if needed. A blue sponge is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional ways to power the incubator (not included): The power port, located on the side, can also be used with a car plug adapter for mobility or a 12 volt battery bank for full portability in the field. The simplest way is to get a battery bank with a 12 volt DC output. I've done this with a Talentcell 12\/9\/5V Lithium ion Battery Pack, 122Wh Rechargeable. This has operated the unit up to 5 hours. I don't recommend smaller battery packs. I set it up to stick to the side of the incubator with a velcro pad. When choosing that or a car plug adapter, get one with a  Male Plug to DC 5.5X 2.1mm (also called a 5521DC).  Make sure it's at least 4 Amps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE\u003c\/strong\u003e: If you have the older style EZPZ Queen Cages made in white plastic, the fit in the tray may be very snug.  The new cages are made of better, more durable material and have a cleaner finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ezpz.buzz\/pages\/product-care\"\u003eProduct Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47237529895068,"sku":"2025003","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1520\/6812\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_a42b3950-b788-49d7-b585-02b8425b1af4.jpg?v=1784482157"},{"product_id":"ezpz-queen-honey-bee-cager-2-0","title":"EZPZ Queen Honey Bee Cager 2.0","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe EZPZ Queen Honey Bee Cager 2.0 is designed to make it simple to cage your queen and attendants right off the frame. It's very useful for folks who prefer not to pick up queens and attendants by hand. Made of sturdy PETG.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlace the EZPZ Cage on the chute just enough to hold it securely. There's no need to jamb it on hard. Slide the plunger open and place the cage over the queen and attendants or just the queen if you prefer. Holding the body between your index and middle fingers, close the plunger slowly with your thumb to corral the bee(s) into the chute and the cage. This can also be done with two hands if you have a place to rest the frame while working. The plunger is designed to gently click at the closed position so the bees don't sneak back out as you work. Pop the cage off the Cager and and quickly place a prepared Candy Cap into the opening; being mindful of the queen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ezpz.buzz\/pages\/product-care\"\u003eProduct Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47237529927836,"sku":"2023111","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1520\/6812\/files\/PXL_20231024_220330365_2.jpg?v=1784482157"},{"product_id":"ezpz-queen-rearing-mini-kit","title":"EZPZ Queen Rearing Mini Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe EZPZ Queen Rearing Mini Kit is centered around the award winning EZPZ Queen Cage and includes everything you need to raise and protect dozens of queens in your apiary. After that, you only need more cell cups to keep making more!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  All major components are made in USA from PETG. The cell cups are genuine JZBZ. This is very important for successful grafting and to use with the EZPZ components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e If you've never grafted before, don't worry! With a little practice you'll be doing it easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a great method using this kit: \u003ca title=\"Queen Rearing\" href=\"https:\/\/ezpz.buzz\/pages\/small-scale-queen-rearing-one-technique\"\u003eSimple Queen Rearing Technique\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e I also recommend the book \u003cem\u003eQueen Rearing Essentials\u003c\/em\u003e to hone your skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 EZPZ Queen Cages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 EZPZ Candy Caps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30 JZBZ Cell Cups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 EZPZ Cell Bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 Brood Breaker Cage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 syringe and blunt needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 Marking pen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 frame brackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 grafting tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrame Stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The frame brackets should be attached to a \u003cem\u003enew\u003c\/em\u003e deep frame with the U's facing up and the top of the bracket at or near the top bar as shown. It allows for 2 bars of cells if you're adding cages on the bars or 3 bars if not. Use the bar included in the kit and add more as you grow. The brackets may be attached with small screws or glue. Gorilla Super Glue works well. Use plenty and get it done days in advance so the fumes don't discourage the nurse bees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The cell bar halves simply press together. No glue is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe syringe is for adding a drop of honey and a drop of water into the troughs at the bottom of each cage.  Leave the long needle off to start and suck up a bunch of honey into the syringe. Place the needle on the tip and carefully add a drop into one trough of each cage. Then empty the syringe and refill it with water. Add the needle and practice dispensing a drop or two outside the cages (it's actually harder than honey because it tends to squirt out too much) before applying a couple of drops into the other trough in each cage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ezpz.buzz\/pages\/product-care\"\u003eProduct Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47237529960604,"sku":"2025222","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1520\/6812\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_5a0d0cf8-9393-4c86-8e5b-aa1024d68749.jpg?v=1784482158"},{"product_id":"ezpz-day-tripper-2pk","title":"EZPZ Day Tripper, 2pk","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eSold as a pack of 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eMoving a colony of honey bees has some challenges but here’s something that makes the job a little easier. In order to keep most of the foragers with the colony, it was traditional to close them up at night and either move them at that time or wait until first light. This works fine but what if your time is limited or you don’t like driving at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eNOTE: The updated Day Tripper (shown in gray) now fits 3\/8\" entrances, too!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/2323\/8929\/files\/dt2_480x480.webp?v=1680979223\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI haul bees to the mountains of north Georgia every summer to catch the Sourwood flow. I really don’t like driving through the twisting turning mountain roads at night so I’ve worked for years to develop a way to collect foragers during the day. I’m very pleased to say this design works VERY well! Simply insert it in the center of your entrance and screen the sides as shown. Depending on how far they’re foraging, you’ll soon have the majority inside. The ones trying to go back out gather at the screens. You don’t even need to cover the entrance of the Day Tripper. They won’t find their way out of it for a very long time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/2323\/8929\/products\/PXL_20230226_171013471_2_480x480.jpg?v=1680979162\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDirections: Use the 3\/4 inch opening side of your 5, 8 or 10 frame hive. Insert a hive tool in the side of the entrance and lift slightly to insert the Day Tripper in the center. Make sure the flange is snug up against the face of the hive body. Secure a piece of your screen on either side to completely cover the entrance, overlapping the Day Tripper slightly. I use #8 hardware cloth and a staple gun. With short pieces of screen, one staple may be enough. Sit back and watch the girls fly home! While you’re waiting, secure the hive for transport. I use ratchet straps. If you need more ventilation, consider switching to screened bottom boards or a screened inner cover for the journey.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BaYGNm7Int4?controls=0\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce you see only a handful of foragers, it’s time to move! Load up and secure your hive from banging around in your vehicle. After setting them down at the destination, wait a few minutes before opening them. Start with the screens. Then use a hive tool to gently lift the hive body to remove the Day Tripper. Be careful as it may be stuck with propolis. Do NOT yank on it. The flange is thin enough to be flexible and is subject to breaking. There’s a tab inside the front of the entrance that’s good to grab with a pair of needle nosed pliers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ezpz.buzz\/pages\/product-care\"\u003eProduct Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47237529993372,"sku":"20230041","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1520\/6812\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_fd785bb6-8b8d-4ed3-b34d-863a310fea2c.png?v=1784482158"},{"product_id":"ezpz-brood-breaker-cages-5pk","title":"EZPZ Brood Breaker Cages, 5pk","description":"\u003cp\u003eSold as a pack of 5 cages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Effective Varroa Mite control is key to successful beekeeping. Creating an artificial brood break is an excellent way to achieve this; especially when combined with oxalic acid treatment. At EZPZ, we cage queens for 2 weeks (17 days is even better) then release. One week later, after her old brood has emerged and before the new brood is capped, we use a full dose of oxalic acid vapor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The cage is designed to mount on the top bar of any frame using thumb tacks, a twist tie or a wire tie. It can be by itself or allow bees to draw comb all around it. The cage will sequester the queen but allows the workers to enter and exit to feed her and spread her pheromones. For best results, the caged queen should be placed in the center of the nest. Just remove the plug and return the frame to the hive and she'll walk out on her own. For periodic maintenance, the back may be carefully slid open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e This process can also be used in conjunction with requeening. After 1-2 weeks, remove the frame and pinch the old queen. Wait a day and introduce the new queen in a cage. They will be hopelessly queenless and introduction goes smoothly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ezpz.buzz\/pages\/product-care\"\u003eProduct Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47237530026140,"sku":"2025226","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1520\/6812\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_52d7545b-fc7f-4df8-9c81-e9863808af6d.jpg?v=1784482158"},{"product_id":"ezpz-queen-cages-pk30","title":"EZPZ Queen Cages, pk30","description":"\u003cp\u003eSold as a pack of 30.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EZPZ queen cage was designed specifically for the JZBZ cell cup and fits just right. Candy Caps are available separately to use the cages for introduction. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse them to protect your queens as they emerge from JZBZ started cells. They fit over the JZBZ cell bar so you can use it in a finisher or pop them off and finish in an incubator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach cage has two small troughs in the bottom for adding a drop of honey and\/or water. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese cages are made of translucent PETG plastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/2323\/8929\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_5bbad172-e99a-4563-b649-5b8f61a75b3d.jpg?v=1749310433\" width=\"265\" height=\"265\" style=\"margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 4px; float: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EZPZ cages will click right onto the JZBZ cell cups. Make sure they are seated properly. It's best to try a few empty ones before attaching to one with a real capped cell on it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo remove a used cell cup, pinch the long sides between finger and thumb to spread the pair of brackets a little and gently remove the cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that there are a number of different cell cups and holders on the market often being offered as true JZBZ. The dimensions are inconsistent and may not work properly with these cages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ezpz.buzz\/pages\/product-care\"\u003eProduct Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EZPZ Beekeeping Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47237530058908,"sku":"2023001","price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/1520\/6812\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_e6055b5c-f8a6-45cf-9a36-f9c05187fcf8.jpg?v=1784482157"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.fdbeesupply.com\/collections\/ezpz.oembed","provider":"Forked Deer Bee Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}