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> We have a problem with these bald-faced hornets around the honey house some
> summers.  Our solution is to place a 15 kg (or any large) pail outside with a
> little honey in the bottom.  This attracts these hornets in quantity.
> Occassionaly we will place a lid loosely on the pail and spray inside with
> something like RAID.  In a few minutes remove the lid and collect a new
> batch.  No need to clean out the pail between treatments.   While I believe
> the potential form stings is there, we have never had a stinging incident and
> there have been lots flying around our heads while we load and unload.



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> My experience is that 2-3 individuals are doing the damage.  Kill them, by
> hitting them with spray, and your problems will be solved (at least until
> next year).  But be careful, because they will attack!
>
> Lloyd
> Lloyd Spear Owner, Ross Rounds(tm).  The finest in comb honey production.
> http://www.rossrounds.com



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