Bob, >>I test so I speak with authority on my Italian lines. What is your current appreciation of the Gold line from Purvis Brothers? Do they come close to your Italians in productivity? Do they overwinter well in your area? Purvis uses survivor stock from managed and feral sources in their breeding program. There may be a good chunk of Italian genetics since the Gold lines are suppose to produce *large* crops. And northern Georgia is not an Africanized territory yet [as far as I know]. Waldemar Long Island, NY -- Visit www.honeybeeworld.com/bee-l for rules, FAQ and other info ---