On Tue, May 9, 2017 at 7:49 PM, Charles Linder wrote:
>
> > Every area is different, but after that first burst, most hives will
> settle into a stable phase. This is where we get honey producers.
>
> well said Charles ... that is a key understanding.
my 2c --> Work hard in spring, do pollination and control swarming making
the queens you will need on 2nd. Prefer carniolans if your are going to
produce honey following.
>
> 2nd, younger fresh queens are generally less swarmy not a great deal,
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