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> to control a massive EFB/AFB outbreak, we found that colonies turned out
onto bare equipment in a nectar flow not only drew out comb like
lightning, they went into a brood rearing frenzy, raising far more brood
than they would have left on their original combs
I've observed the same. A strong AFB colony shook onto foundation early in
a strong flow can surpass fully-established colonies in a couple of
months. I was amazed and have no explanation.
I agree that radioactive tracers are not a good idea!
>What prevents the manufacturer from using beeswax for the formed comb
rather than developing synthetic wax?
Beeswax wasn't strong enough, and there were problems with it. At that
point, I would have simply dropped the project...
Our industry is based upon the perception of naturalness and purity.
Manufacturers and beekeepers should keep that in mind.
--
Randy Oliver
Grass Valley, CA
www.ScientificBeekeeping.com
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