In a message dated 97-03-28 02:03:13 EST, [log in to unmask] (Paul Cronshaw,
D.C.) writes:
 
<< Today I noticed that there were a bunch of white corn kernals at the
 entrance, almost like mummified larvae.
 
 Inspection inside showed a nice pattern of brood with a few white kernals
 inside some cells.
 
 IF I read this right... this is  a sign of "Chalkbrood".
 
 Is there such a thing as brood being affected by an overdose of Apistan? >>
 
    Right!   I doubt Apistan has anything to do with it, but I wouldn't be
surprised if the stress of either mite, makes the colony more susceptible.
 Or perhaps sloppy hygiene makes them more susceptible to both.
 
   At any rate, I'd requeen them ASAP.  A vigorous young queen will usually
clear up chalkbrood.
 
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