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Mark Coldiron <[log in to unmask]>
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Mon, 12 Aug 2002 08:03:25 -0500
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I was asked this question and wasn't sure of the answer.  Does 2:1 sugar
syrup stimulate the workers wax glands, thus stimulating comb building?

I told him I couldn't think of a reason to use 2:1 for comb production since
1:1 is so much cheaper.  But after thinking about it, I realized I don't
know if 2:1 will stimulate the wax glands or not.  I also don't know if 2:1
has other uses other than building up brood chamber stores for the Winter.
Answer? Comments?

West Texas Mark

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