Allan Dick,
 
    When I was in Alberta, occasionally people claimed to have honeydew but I
    have always questioned it.  I do not think that the conditions in central
    Alberta would ever be conducive to a significant honeydew 'flow'.
 
    You should consider the fact that most often, the honeydew flow is a
    secondary alternative to the bees and they would only be attracted to it
    during a dearth period (of floral sources).  Generally, you do not
    experience those conditions in Alberta and certainly not this year.
 
    Also, only some honeydews are of notable quality, while many if not most
    turn out dark with peculiar flavors.  I think much of the popularity of
    honeydew stems from its "exotic" origin rather than the quality of the
    product.  If your 20 drums of 85 mm honey is of high quality, it is more
    likely that your bees accessed a floral source.
 
 
    Paul van Westendorp                         [log in to unmask]
    Provincial Apiculturist
    British Columbia