🍯 Beekeeping Calculator Suite
Sugar feeding, OA treatment, and candy recipe tools
Sugar Syrup Calculator
Calculate sugar and water ratios for feeding
💡 Tips: Common ratios are 1:1 for spring feeding, 2:1 for fall/winter feeding. Adjust based on your specific needs. Always dissolve sugar completely before feeding.
Oxalic Acid Dribble Calculator
Fresh 1:1 sugar syrup with measured oxalic acid per box
Mix 4.67 oz (by weight) oxalic acid dihydrate into 1 gallon of 1:1 sugar syrup. Apply ~0.17 fl oz per occupied bee space, or drip the measured 2 g / 4 g dribble per box as directed. Follow label directions and use required protective equipment.
Sugar Candy Recipe
Simple hard candy feed (US measures)
Ingredients:
– 5 lb granulated sugar (about 10 cups)
– 2 cups water
– 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar or 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, helps prevent crystallization)
Directions:
1) Mix sugar and water in a large pot. Heat slowly, stirring until dissolved.
2) Boil without stirring until the syrup reaches 235-240 F (soft-ball stage).
3) Remove from heat and let it cool to about 200 F, then pour into a lined mold or tray.
4) Let it set and harden, then cut into blocks when cool.
Notes: Use a candy thermometer for accuracy. Keep containers dry to avoid moisture.
– 5 lb granulated sugar (about 10 cups)
– 2 cups water
– 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar or 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, helps prevent crystallization)
Directions:
1) Mix sugar and water in a large pot. Heat slowly, stirring until dissolved.
2) Boil without stirring until the syrup reaches 235-240 F (soft-ball stage).
3) Remove from heat and let it cool to about 200 F, then pour into a lined mold or tray.
4) Let it set and harden, then cut into blocks when cool.
Notes: Use a candy thermometer for accuracy. Keep containers dry to avoid moisture.