> The idea was then that when the flow started all of the nurse bees would be
unemployed since there would be no open brood
AKA a "Cut down Split". I use this technique.
I've heard opposing opinions that suggest that the increased productivity is offset by a demoralizing effect of queenlessness.
My own sample size is too limited to tell, but I'd love to hear others' experiences or speculations.
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