RE:
These papers which provide evidence that locally-adapted honey bee strains
consistently perform better than imported strains may thus strengthen local
bee breeding programmes, and encourage the use of locally bred queens over
those imported from elsewhere.
I have tested survivors vs purchased over a 3 year period,  and found that
there is no differences in my area and yards.

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Right, but bear in mind the study in Europe is with native bees, which have taken thousands of years to become "locally adapted." I don't think it can happen in a few decades and I don't think it is likely to happen in the USA where the bees are constantly moved around. 

Besides, there are no native honey bees. The best one could do would be to use a bee which is adapted to a similar climate region as where one resides. Which in my case, Russians would be best in our climate. I have never tried them, but I probably should. 

PLB

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