Sundance Top Mount Pollen Trap

Pollen contains the male cell needed by flowering plants for fertilization and seed formation. Flower pollen collects on the legs and bodies of worker bees. It can also include some nectar. Pollen comes from many plants, so the contents of a container of bee pollen can vary significantly depending on the region and month it was collected. Bees can collect as much as 65 lbs. of pollen per year, per hive. The honeybee uses pollen as a protein rich source of food. This trap collects about 2/3 of the pollen loads. It is best to turn off the trap every 3 weeks so the bees more easily store pollen for themselves. Pollen should be taken from the trap daily to prevent growth of small hive beetles in the trap. Freeze your pollen and check it for debris before selling for human consumption.

This trap sits on top of all the brood chambers and supers, making it a breeze to install or remove. The trap comes fully assembled and allows collection of fresh, clean pollen for use in pollen patties or to sell. Complete use and care instructions are included.

Note: All other entrances to the hive must be closed.

Note 2: Remove queen excluder before use. This is so drones will not get trapped inside the hive.