Chris Slade <[log in to unmask]> wrote:............. especially for propolis which is known to have anti viral and anti bacterial properties. Could it be that one of the factors pre-disposing colonies to collapse might be shortage of propolis?
Has the amount and quality of propolis found in CCD hives been compared with those that appear to be healthy?
Chris
Hey Chris,
Way to go. You have a brand new paddle with which to stir the pot. It surely is something upon which to contemplate.
Mike in LA
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