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> >Which led me to an observation. I wonder how many beekeepers who enjoy
> success are actually isolated beekeepers?


Bill, this is a common theme I hear from beekeepers all over.  Those in
isolated apiaries tend to have fewer problems, and have colonies that last
longer with minimal or no mite control.

Randy Oliver

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