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Edward Sterling <[log in to unmask]>
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Discussion of Bee Biology <[log in to unmask]>
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Mon, 3 Apr 1995 08:04:07 -0400
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>Since some fellows are discussing smoke producing techniques I
>would really like to hear from people that have considerable
>experience what is their favourite smoke producing agent?
Bailing twine from a local farm was the recommendation of my
"bee teacher." I have also heard that sumac (non-poisonous variety
please!) clusters work well.
 
The bailing twine works fairly well, I am sure like anything else,
you have to be careful not to pack it in the smoker too tightly.
It produces a nice white smoke, no residue etc. I would wonder if
the pine needles (recommended in an earlier post) would leave a
tar residue over time, esp. under a slow burn.
 
Ed
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