hi -
the bees have absconded from my single (hobby) hive . . . my local expert
tells me that it's because of varroa mites. this has made honey collection
particularly easy this year! some questions . . .
 
are the supers and frames usable for a a new nuc?
is there a source for varroa resistant bees?
what is the best treatment for varroa? are the strips effective?
 
btw, the hive is in tujunga canyon in southern california (this is for
those people interested in tracking this parasite).
 
regards - richard
 
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