In a message dated 98-02-18 19:01:25 EST, you write:
 
<< First as all my equipment (hives, frames etc.) is new, what problems will I
 encounter using all new foundation in my frames versus drawn out comb.
 
Slow build up probly( that is my experience) You might get a crop of honeyif
you are lucky! We did but we started with a nuc (10 frame)
 
 
 Also I saw a post from another new beekeeper whom stated they intended to
 use several medications almost immediately upon receiving new bees. Is all
 this medication needed right away ? What problems would I need to medicate
 for immediately ? >>
 
Nosema is probly the worst of package bees, Apistan yes is another one to do
almost the same time as Fumidal-b (for Nosema).
 
 That is what I think
 
  Nick Behrens  14 years old
         12 hives