{"title":"APIDEA Mating Hives \u0026 Accessories","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor over 40 years, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAPIDEA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e has been one of the world's leading names in queen rearing equipment, trusted by hobbyists, commercial breeders and research institutions alike. Designed and manufactured in Switzerland, the APIDEA mating hive system is renowned for its exceptional insulation, durable construction and modular design, providing ideal conditions for successful queen mating and colony development. From complete mating hives and brood extensions to replacement parts and accessories, the APIDEA range offers beekeepers a reliable, proven solution for raising high-quality queens and managing mating nucs with confidence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"poly-mating-hive-copy","title":"APIDEA Mating Hive – Brown","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAPIDEA Mating Hive – Brown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAPIDEA Mating Hive – Brown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the original Swiss-designed mini mating nuc, trusted by queen breeders around the world for its durability, excellent insulation and proven performance. Manufactured from high-density hard styrofoam, it provides an ideal environment for successful queen mating while remaining lightweight, stackable and easy to transport.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to house a small colony for queen rearing, the hive comes complete with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethree plastic frames\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eremovable feeder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etransparent inner cover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eventilation screen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003equeen excluders\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing you to set up and manage mating colonies with ease. The insulated construction helps maintain stable internal temperatures, encouraging healthy brood development and improving mating success in a wide range of conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor extended use, the removable feeder can be replaced with additional frames, allowing the colony to expand and remain in the hive for longer when used with compatible APIDEA accessories. Compact, reusable and easy to clean, the APIDEA Mating Hive is an indispensable tool for both hobbyists and professional queen breeders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eGenuine \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAPIDEA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Swiss-designed mating hive.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufactured from durable, high-density brown hard styrofoam for outstanding insulation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLightweight, stackable and easy to transport.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSupplied complete with:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 plastic brood frames\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemovable in-hive feeder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransparent inner cover with queen cage opening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVentilation screen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQueen excluders\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSliding entrance and removable floor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFeeder holds approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e500g of fondant or feed paste\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan be expanded to accommodate additional frames using compatible APIDEA accessories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy to clean and designed for repeated use season after season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eApproximate dimensions: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 × 15 × 17cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're raising a handful of queens or managing a large breeding programme, the APIDEA Mating Hive offers a reliable, well-insulated and easy-to-use solution that has become the benchmark for successful queen mating worldwide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Simon The Beekeeper","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58325461860739,"sku":"HP-PMH","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/4588\/8605\/files\/12750_Begattungskaestchen_braun_8-Photoroom.jpg?v=1782323228"},{"product_id":"apidea-mating-hive-brown-copy","title":"APIDEA Mating Hive Brood \/ Super Extension – Brown","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAPIDEA Mating Hive Brood \/ Super Extension – Brown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncrease the versatility and lifespan of your queen mating nucleus with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAPIDEA Mating Hive Brood \/ Super Extension – Brown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Designed to fit seamlessly onto the original APIDEA Mating Hive, this additional chamber provides extra space for colony expansion, allowing your bees and queen to remain in the hive for longer before transfer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufactured from the same \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehigh-density brown hard styrofoam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as the original APIDEA hive, the extension offers excellent thermal insulation and durability while maintaining a lightweight design. 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Specially designed to fit the APIDEA Mating Hive, this practical accessory provides a convenient way to feed your bees without disturbing the colony, helping to maintain strong, healthy conditions for successful queen mating and development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade from durable, food-safe plastic, the top feeder sits neatly above the brood area and offers increased feed capacity compared with the standard internal feeder. 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Designed as a direct replacement for the original feeder supplied with the APIDEA Mating Hive, this durable insert provides a convenient way to supply fondant or feed to your bees while supporting successful queen rearing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufactured from robust, high-density material to match the original APIDEA components, the feeder fits neatly inside the hive and can be easily removed for refilling or cleaning. Its compact design allows the small colony to access feed efficiently, helping to maintain strength during periods of poor forage or while establishing a new mating nuc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe replacement feeder is ideal for renewing worn or damaged parts or for keeping spares on hand during the busy queen breeding season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eGenuine replacement \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003einternal feeder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for the APIDEA Mating Hive.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFinished in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebrown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to match the standard APIDEA hive body.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides a dedicated compartment for fondant or supplementary feed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports healthy colony development and successful queen mating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy to install, remove and clean.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDurable, reusable construction for long service life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal as a replacement part or spare for queen rearing operations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're replacing a lost component or preparing additional mating hives for the season, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAPIDEA Mating Hive Replacement Internal Feeder – Brown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ensures your colonies have a reliable and efficient feeding solution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Simon The Beekeeper","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58326633841027,"sku":"HP-PMH","price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/4588\/8605\/files\/12764_Futtertrog_2-rotated-Photoroom.jpg?v=1782323228"},{"product_id":"apidea-mating-hive-replacement-roof-brown","title":"APIDEA Mating Hive Replacement Roof – Brown","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAPIDEA Mating Hive Replacement Roof – Brown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtect your mating nuc and keep it performing at its best with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAPIDEA Mating Hive Replacement Roof – Brown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. 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