{"title":"Nuc Hives","description":"Nuc beehives are perfect for when you are looking to do a split or catch a swarm.","products":[{"product_id":"5-frame-folding-plastic-nuc-box","title":"5-Frame Folding Plastic Nuc Box — 5 Pack","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eA lightweight, weatherproof nuc box for swarms, splits and queen rearing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThese folding nucleus hives are the go-to temporary housing when you don't want to commit a full wooden hive. Made from twin-wall corrugated plastic — sometimes loosely called a \"cardboard nuc,\" though these are far tougher and reusable — they're strong, water-resistant, and fold flat between uses so you can keep a stack in the truck or shed without losing shelf space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eEach nuc box comes with an entrance disc and is sold in packs of 5.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWhat you can use it for:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelling nucs\u003c\/strong\u003e — cheap enough to send out the door with the bees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatching swarms\u003c\/strong\u003e — light enough to mount in a tree, dark interior bees love\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQueen rearing \u0026amp; mating nucs\u003c\/strong\u003e — quick to set up, easy to inspect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSplits and overwintering small colonies\u003c\/strong\u003e — when you don't have a spare wooden box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmergency hive replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e — flat-pack a few in the truck for callouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWhy beekeepers prefer corrugated plastic over waxed cardboard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eReusable for many seasons, not single-use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWon't soften or sag in rain or summer humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eHolds five standard Langstroth deep frames (frames not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFolds flat for off-season storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLightweight enough for ladder work or remote bee yards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrames:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits 5 standard Langstroth deep frames (frames sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssembled dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20.8\" × 8.7\" × 10.6\" (52.8 × 22.1 × 26.9 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Twin-wall corrugated polypropylene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Entrance disc with adjustable openings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sold in packs of 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShipped:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flat-packed, unassembled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAssembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eEach nuc folds together in a couple of minutes — no tools needed. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0139\/1214\/5984\/files\/Beehive_Assembly_Instructions.pdf?v=1697143466\" title=\"plastic nuc box assembly guide\"\u003eView the plastic nuc box assembly guide\u003c\/a\u003e before your first build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo these nuc boxes come with frames?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — frames are sold separately. The plastic nuc fits five standard Langstroth deep frames.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre they weatherproof?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Twin-wall corrugated plastic is water-resistant and UV-stable for several seasons of outdoor use, unlike waxed cardboard nucs which soften in rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long do they last?\u003c\/strong\u003e With reasonable care, expect 3–5 seasons of use. Stored flat between uses, they last considerably longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I assemble one?\u003c\/strong\u003e Each nuc folds together in a couple of minutes without tools. We've put together a step-by-step assembly guide — link is in the description above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I leave bees in a plastic nuc long term?\u003c\/strong\u003e They're designed as temporary housing — for selling, swarm catching, queen mating or short-term splits. For permanent colonies, transfer the bees into a wooden Langstroth hive once the colony is established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are they sold in 5-packs only?\u003c\/strong\u003e Beekeepers rarely need just one. 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The gaps in the excluder are sized to allow the worker bees through to the honey supers but not the larger sized queen. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUsing an excluder is a helpful way to stop the queen accessing part of the hive. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions 506mm x 230mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yarra Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45394282905773,"sku":"5-Frame-Excluder","price":10.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/5613\/5085\/files\/NucleusQueenExcluderProfile.jpg?v=1764556862"},{"product_id":"5-frame-nucleus-super-box","title":"5 Frame Nucleus Super Box (BOX ONLY)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese 5 frame size nucleus super boxes are designed if you want to add a 2nd level to a nuc hive or if you want to make your own full nuc hives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nuc boxes come flat packed with dovetail joints for easy assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note this listing is for the super box only and does not include a base or lid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 506mm(L) x 230mm(W) x 242mm(H)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yarra Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45394282938541,"sku":"5-FRAME-DOVETAIL-SUPER","price":22.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/5613\/5085\/files\/nuc_hive_Nucleus_hive_body_profile_view_8dc4c0d3-93ce-46bf-9ebe-7ed368aebeee.jpg?v=1764556865"},{"product_id":"5-frame-size-nucleus-hive-crown-board-feeder-board-inner-cover","title":"5 Frame Size (Nucleus Hive) Inner Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese Inner cover can be used for multiple purposes. They are designed to go between the top super and the lid. Firstly they can be used as a simple inner cover to block bees from going into the lid and building comb.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are also called feeder boards as you can add a top feeder of simply add sugar on top of the board. The boards are solid so to be used as a feeder board a simple hole will need to be drilled. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePlease note our inner covers do not have a notch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yarra Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45394283004077,"sku":"US-Nuc-Inner-Cover","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/5613\/5085\/files\/Nuc_Inner_Cover.jpg?v=1768880474"},{"product_id":"5-frame-telescopic-nucleus-beehive-lid-lid-only","title":"5 Frame Telescopic Nucleus Beehive Lid (LID ONLY)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTelescopic (or sometimes called telescoping) beehive lids are the name used for Langstroth beehive lids that extend over the sides of the beehive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith a thick galvanised cover it will help protect your hive from the elements like rain and snow. Telescopic lids also have less space under the lid so there is less space for pests to hide or bees to build excess comb. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yarra Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45394283135149,"sku":"5-Telescopic","price":24.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/5613\/5085\/files\/telescopic-nuc-hive-lid-white-metal-top-with-silver-nails_0ea58cb7-5568-4787-8b29-48ce618baadd.png?v=1775957862"},{"product_id":"5-frame-nucleus-hive-bottom-board-with-mesh-drawer","title":"5 Frame Nucleus Hive Bottom Board with Mesh Drawer","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese 5 frame nuc beehive bottom boards are made from pine and 304 stainless steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bases feature a mesh base for hive health, ventilation and small hive beatle management. The bottom board also have a removable draw tray to help trap small hive beatles. The bees chase the beatles around the hive and they fall through the mesh bottom. The beetles can be trapped by using chux cloth, oil or diatomaceous earth (check regulations in your state) in the removable tray drawer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yarra Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45394283200685,"sku":"US-Nuc-mesh-base","price":29.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/5613\/5085\/files\/Nuc_Mesh_Beehive_Base.jpg?v=1768883596"},{"product_id":"mesh-nuc-carry-transport-bag","title":"Mesh Nuc Carry Transport Bag","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese Nuc Mesh Transport Bags provides a secure way to transport nucs safely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Nucleus hive transport bags are made from durable, breathable mesh with a draw string and plastic closing stopper for quick secure closure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yarra Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45394310627501,"sku":"nuc-bag","price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/5613\/5085\/files\/NucMeshCarryBag.jpg?v=1764557174"},{"product_id":"mini-mating-nuc-hive","title":"Mini Mating Nuc Hive - Queen Rearing Nucleus Beehive","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; color: #333333; font-family: 'open sans', arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eThese mini mating hives are ideal for raising mated Queens using fewer bees. The benefit of this is you do not waste one of your full size colonies from honey production.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe polystyrene mating hive comes complete with 3 mini frames and a built in removable feeder. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; color: #333333; font-family: 'open sans', arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eThe front has a sliding panel, which regulates the ventilation and opens or closes the flight hole. 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