I've tried so hard to prevent swarming, but in this weather, returning after seven days is too late!

I've lost three colonies to swarms. Today I lost two colonies I've inspected six days ago and there definitely weren't any queen cells in the making then. Today's queen cells were brand new on new comb and very conspicuous. I couldn't have overlooked them six days ago. And, judging by the amount of eggs, or lack of them, I think the swarms left about two days ago.

I think in this hot weather the bees just can't wait to get going. I'll have to start clipping wings, I suppose.

Am I the only one who couldn't control their bees?

Kitta