Mark, is it possible that the one hive swarmed just before you noticed a
large decline in bee population? Producing comb honey will make swarming
more likely. According to Roger Morse, 20% of hives might swarm late in the
summer. Something else to consider. Bob Cessac
K-B Ranch
Natural Beef
2362 St. Rt. O
Higbee, MO. 65257
816-248-5201
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