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Hessian smoker fuel is a natural, biodegradable material used in bee smokers to produce a steady, cool smoke that helps calm bees during hive inspections.
Also known as burlap or jute, hessian is favored by beekeepers because it burns cleanly without harmful chemicals, making it gentler on the bees compared to cardboard or treated materials.
A 3-meter roll of hessian smoker fuel provides a convenient supply that can be cut into smaller pieces and placed directly into the smoker.
It produces thick, white smoke that effectively masks alarm pheromones, reducing defensive behavior in the hive.
Unlike pine needles or dried leaves, hessian is less likely to spark, making it a safer option, especially in dry conditions.
– tear or cut a piece from the 3-meter roll to fit inside the smoker.
– Light the fuel – Place a small amount of crumpled paper or dry twigs at the bottom of the smoker and ignite it.
– Add the hessian – Once the kindling is burning well, place the hessian inside and puff the bellows to keep the fire going.
– Maintain the smoke – Keep puffing the bellows to ensure a steady stream of cool, white smoke. If the smoke starts to thin out, add more hessian as needed.
– Use the smoker – Direct gentle puffs of smoke at the hive entrance and around the frames to calm the bees before working with them.
– Extinguish safely – When finished, close the lid and let the hessian burn out, or dump the remaining fuel into a safe, fireproof container.
3m of hessian included
