> On May 27, 2008, at 6:04 PM, Jerry Wallace wrote:
> 
> > ?I've heard some beekeepers say they like the
> aggressive hives as  
> > they are survivors and good honey producers.?

They generally are, and I do have one mature colony that is a good producer, but is also ultra defensive, and needs requeened soon.  But I fear they might not produce any honey if this colony sends my landowner off for a hospital visit again.

Best Wishes
Joe


      

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