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Note: Two-queen systems have fascinated me for a long time, but I’ve never known exactly how to
set up the equipment and get started. Finally, I decided to ask Bill Hesbach of Connecticut, the one
person I know with both the knowledge and practical experience to point me in the right direction.
Bill was kind enough to write the following post that contains a little history, some basic
explanations, and many “how to” pointers.
As I explained to Bill, I want to set up a two-queen system to use along with ideas gleaned from
Anthony Planakis for increasing honey production, namely a series of upper entrances in my
section honey supers. After reading this, I feel like I’m ready. The critical part for me will be
overwintering some good strong colonies.
Rusty