This thread has devolved quickly into non-beekeeping territory.

However one thing stands out, and that is the lack of "informed 
discussion" on Jerry's research. Several of the comments are on the 
order of "it cannot be done" while it is being done, or do not 
understand the actual issues or research. Instead we are in the normal, 
for the Internet, my/your truth, science/Luddite, peace/war or 
military/social spending issues where strong views prevail and reason 
takes a backseat.

So before Aaron has to fire another warning shot, it might be nice (but 
not as much fun) to actually get back to an "informed discussion of 
beekeeping" . I suggest the archives to learn much about Jerry's work.

Truth is, the reason we do not see many researchers on this list is 
exactly because of the progression of this thread.

Bill Truesdell
Bath, Maine

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