> How does space requirements layed out relate to absconding for  generating 
same?????? Can beekeeping be that haphazzard in field managemt in  
manipulation of combs?

Dee:
I can't comment regarding housel positioning in broodnest as I don't  
practice that at present.  However, I do generally practice  unlimited brood nest 
management and rarely see swarming/absconding.  The  absconding I have seen is 
always in weaker nucs/hives or  hives with too much super space to defend 
against summer/fall  buildup here in small hive beetle populations.  Your field 
management  practices work very well for you in your area, but might need some  
tweaking in other areas of country for local conditions.
 
Respectfully,

Jerry Wallace  





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