> But before I make the plunge I was looking for opinions about using 8 frame hives. I would like to know if it is a better size. http://www.ars.usda.gov/research/publications/publications.htm?seq_no_115=239805 I have always liked the way that bees build up better in a smaller box either 8 frame or 5 frame and then transfer them to a 10 frame box. I now use nothing but 6 5/8 frames for every thing no two sizes of frames. -- Harper's Honey Farm Charles Harper 421 Louveteau Rd. Carencro, LA 70520 www.russianbreeder.com [log in to unmask] [log in to unmask] (337) 298 6261 *********************************************** 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