On Thu, 15 Feb 1996 Stan Sandler <[log in to unmask]> answered :
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> ... But after flowering most sprays will not affect the bees if
> 1. The spray drift does not come in contact with the bees
> 2. There are no flowers under the orchard that the bees might be visiting
> that would be contaminated by spray.
>
> Stan Sandler Milk and Honey Farm
Seems I'd add an important 3. if there is no natural water in the
neighbourhood !
3. There is a clean, sunny, protected from the spray, watering place
where the bees are usually taking water !
Jean-Marie
Lat.Long. : N:50.30' E:04.56' - Alt. : 200 m - North sea : 200 km
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