Randy, re: your video, link provided below. New Research into Disappearing Bees http://science.kqed.org/quest/video/new-research-into-disappearing-bees/ Could you elaberate on your forever young hive splits, what are survival rates theory's etc. ? Could it be that the centuries ago practice of allowing your bees swarm may have merit in todays beekeeping? I've always taught newbees that colonies brood or expand their way out of most problems. When broodnest expansion is hindered for any reason, after a period of time, IMO, it can contribute to a colonies ability to manage miladies in a most efficient manner. Best Wishes J. Waggle http://pets.groups.yahoo.com/group/HistoricalHoneybeeArticles/ *********************************************** The BEE-L mailing list is powered by L-Soft's renowned LISTSERV(R) list management software. For more information, go to: http://www.lsoft.com/LISTSERV-powered.html Guidelines for posting to BEE-L can be found at: http://honeybeeworld.com/bee-l/guidelines.htm