Queen Rearing System
Welcome to the Queen Rearing System. This system helps beekeepers manage their queen rearing operations.
Note: This system is currently under development. More features will be added soon.
Queen Rearing Calendar
The queen rearing process follows a strict timeline. Use this calendar to plan your grafting and emergence dates.
| Day | Event | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Day 0 | Grafting | Transfer larvae to queen cups |
| Day 4 | Cell Capping | Queen cells are capped |
| Day 10 | Cell Transfer | Transfer cells to mating nucs |
| Day 16 | Virgin Emergence | Virgin queens emerge |
| Day 21-28 | Mating Flights | Queens take mating flights |
| Day 30+ | Laying | Queens begin laying eggs |
Queen Rearing Methods
- Grafting Method
- Jenter/Nicot System
- Miller Method
- Alley Method
- Hopkins Method
- Cloake Board Method
Queen Management
Track and manage your queens:
Resources
Learn more about queen rearing with these resources: