A Royal Jelly extraction frame is a specialized device employed in apiculture, designed for the purpose of harvesting royal jelly from beehives. Royal jelly is a nutrient-rich substance secreted by nurse honeybees and is highly valued for its potential health benefits. The extraction frame is a crucial tool in the beekeeping industry, facilitating the efficient and controlled collection of royal jelly without causing harm to the hive.

Typically, these frames are inserted into the beehive, where they mimic the natural structure of honeycomb cells. The queen bee lays her eggs in these cells, and nurse bees then fill them with royal jelly to feed the developing larvae. The extraction frame allows beekeepers to harvest royal jelly by providing a controlled environment for the bees to produce it.

Harvesting royal jelly involves carefully removing the frame and then extracting the precious substance from the cells. This process is usually conducted with precision to ensure the well-being of the hive and the sustainability of royal jelly production. The use of extraction frames not only aids in the efficient collection of royal jelly but also minimizes disruption to the bees and their natural activities, contributing to responsible and sustainable beekeeping practices.