What is the purpose of using Electric Fence Bait?

Using electric fence bait serves the specific purpose of attracting bears to the fence, which can help condition the bears to interact with the fence rather than the beehives. When a bear approaches the electric fence bait, it may receive a strong electric shock if it tries to consume it, thereby teaching the bear to associate the area with a negative experience. This helps in deterring the bear from attempting to get to the hives for honey.

The use of bait is a strategic method in bear management for beekeepers. By encouraging bears to approach the fence where they can receive an electric shock, it reinforces the idea that the area around the beehives is not a safe place for them, ultimately protecting the honey and the hives themselves from being raided.