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Subject:	Re: Reproduction of Varroa destructor depends on well-timed host cell recapping and seasonal patterns
From:	Randy Oliver <[log in to unmask]>
Reply To:	Informed Discussion of Beekeeping Issues and Bee Biology <[log in to unmask]>
Date:	Sun, 14 Jan 2024 08:36:44 -0800
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> Personally, I have noticed that varroa buildup seems to be greatest in
the largest colonies during a good honey flow.
As you know, you're hardly the only one who has noticed that!

In our own selective breeding program, we identify some colonies which
exhibit no mite buildup, but may not be strong or productive.
So despite appearing to be resistant, they don't make grade as breeders.
The resistant colonies that we breed from were often the strongest and most
productive in whatever outyard that they were in.


Randy Oliver
Grass Valley, CA
530 277 4450
ScientificBeekeeping.com

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