> . If you add other variables, you are no longer comparing cell size; you are comparing combinations. Like comparing a small car using high octane vs a big car on regular. What will that tell you? (Correct answer: nothing)

PLB

         Sounds like the thread from last month called "Treatment Free Beekeeping" . That thread should be required reading for those who want to learn more about TF or SC beekeeping. 
 It's unfortunate that those who support either practice rarely divulge all the other measures they take to keep their bees alive and then turn around and claim TF or SC practices were what led to their success. 
 To steal something already posted here: If it REALLY worked we'd all be doing it by now.

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