{"product_id":"cypress-spacer-and-feeder-rim","title":"Cypress Spacer and Feeder Rim","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCypress Spacer and Feeder Rim\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"239\" data-start=\"74\"\u003eA versatile \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/cypress-hive-parts\/products\/cypress-spacer-and-feeder-rim\"\u003ecypress spacer\u003c\/a\u003e designed to support feeding, ventilation, moisture control, and treatment placement throughout the year, including winter hive management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"276\" data-start=\"246\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"276\" data-start=\"249\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"392\" data-start=\"278\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"304\" data-start=\"278\"\u003eMulti-Use Cypress Rim:\u003c\/strong\u003e Functions as a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/products\/cypress-spacer-and-feeder-rim\"\u003efeeder rim\u003c\/a\u003e, treatment platform, upper entrance, or winter quilt board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"520\" data-start=\"394\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"423\" data-start=\"394\"\u003eScreened Top Ventilation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-drilled top holes with removable screens allow airflow or conversion to an upper entrance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"650\" data-start=\"522\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"545\" data-start=\"522\"\u003eFull Bottom Screen:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides a stable surface for feeders, treatments, or absorbent materials while allowing bee movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"765\" data-start=\"652\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"679\" data-start=\"652\"\u003eTop Feeding Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creates proper clearance for baggie feeders or top feeders so bees can access feed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"869\" data-start=\"767\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"792\" data-start=\"767\"\u003eWinter Feeding Ready:\u003c\/strong\u003e Holds \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/products\/pro-winter-patties\"\u003efondant\u003c\/a\u003e or dry sugar directly above the cluster during cold weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"991\" data-start=\"871\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"903\" data-start=\"871\"\u003eMoisture Management Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Screened area can hold absorbent materials to collect condensation and reduce dripping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1025\" data-start=\"998\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1025\" data-start=\"1001\"\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1291\" data-start=\"1026\"\u003eThe Cypress Spacer and Feeder Rim is a multi-purpose hive component designed to support feeding, ventilation, and seasonal hive management. It can be used as a feeder rim, a placement area for varroa treatments, an upper entrance, or as a quilt board \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/feeding-bees-during-the-winter\/\"\u003eduring winter\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1694\" data-start=\"1293\"\u003eThe top of the rim features pre-drilled holes covered with removable screens. When left in place, the screens allow ventilation to move from the bottom of the hive up and out through the top. When removed, the openings can serve as an upper entrance. The bottom of the rim is fitted with a large screen that supports feeders, treatments, and other materials while allowing bees to pass through freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2101\" data-start=\"1696\"\u003eWhen top feeding with baggie feeders or a top feeder, a spacer is required so bees can access the feed properly. This rim provides that necessary space. During winter, fondant or dry sugar can be placed directly inside the rim for bee access. Absorbent materials such as wood chips can also be placed on the screened area to collect moisture and prevent condensation from dripping back down onto the bees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2222\" data-start=\"2103\"\u003eThis design allows items placed on the screen to be added or removed easily, without spilling or disturbing the colony.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome varroa treatments need to be placed near the brood nest and this rim can be used with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/products\/hop-guard-3\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehopguard\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/products\/formic-pro\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eformic pro\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/products\/api-guard\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eApiguard Varroa Mite Treatment\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and other similar treatments. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSee our other \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/cypress-hive-parts\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCypress Hive Parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foxhound Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"8 Frame","offer_id":47288961204476,"sku":"CypressSpacerRim8","price":22.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 Frame Painted","offer_id":47288961237244,"sku":"CypressSpacerRim8 Paint","price":30.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Frame","offer_id":47288961270012,"sku":"CypressSpacerRim10","price":22.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Frame Painted","offer_id":47288961302780,"sku":"CypressSpacerRim10 Paint","price":30.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/1648\/7234\/files\/Cypress_Spacer_and_Feeder_Rim_1.png?v=1751296082","url":"https:\/\/proudlibertarian.com\/products\/cypress-spacer-and-feeder-rim","provider":"Proud Libertarian","version":"1.0","type":"link"}