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Chris Slade <[log in to unmask]>
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In a message dated 29/11/2008 13:14:01 GMT Standard Time,  
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places  the cell into the hive without
>removing the old queen.     


I have done this successfully on a number of occasions.  I always use  a 
queen cell protector to reduce the chances of workers tearing it down.   They are 
cheaply available in plastic or wire or you can make your own.  I  believe 
that some years ago, before I joined,  DARG (the Devon Apicultural  Research 
Group) did some work on this, wrapping cells in foil.  Maybe a  member lurking on 
the List will provide more information.
 
Chris

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