> <A 2% burden integrated (compounded) over a sufficient time period
> adds up.> That just brings up the question is a  (hypothetical?) 2%
> burden worth doing something about?

I find it amazing that beekeepers of all people would find this topic
uninteresting.  I know a commercial beekeeper would.  A 2% increase in
winter loss and a 2% reduction in gross income is significant.

A 2% drop in gross income may amount to a 100% drop in net income in a
marginal operation.

Hey folks, if it does not matter, send me 2% of your gross beekeeping
income.   Address below.  Cheques (or checks from the US) accepted.

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