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Re: Open Feeding
From:
Ed Levi <[log in to unmask]>
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Discussion of Bee Biology <[log in to unmask]>
Date:
Tue, 5 Nov 1996 20:18:58 -0600
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>After feeding each hive this fall I concerning open feeding next this
>spring to cut down on my work load.  I would like some feed back on
>the pros and cons of this feeding method.
>
>Bill Hughes
>Bent Holly Honey Farm
>Brighton, TN USA
 
 
Quick answers IMHO:
PRO:
1) expedient
CON:
1) the strong get stronger and the weak stay that way
2)spreads diseases, mites, etc.
3)causes robbing
4)invites preditors
 
hope that helps to talk you out of it,
regards, Ed

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