> So, dividing colonies regularly not only would keep them from > getting very large, but also could incorporate a break in the brood > cycle. I have no numbers, but splitting does not seem to reliably keep mites below threshold in my experience. *********************************************** 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