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> >I wonder if it would be beneficial to mist brood combs of deadouts with
> solution of Clorox in case they had a case of nosema? I have been
> considering it.
>

Alden, recent research by Dr Steve Pernal indicates that there is a
short-term effect from sterilization, but that nosema levels are soon the
same for sterilized or unsterilized combs.  Wouldn't hurt, but don't expect
a long-term effect.

Randy Oliver

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