Hey I think you are onto something... By the way, I am curious - whose queens do you guys (beekeepers) use up where you are? I am always interested in hearing queen and queen supplier anecdotes. Later, Adam -- Adam Finkelstein Apiary Inspector Virginia Dept of Agriculture 116 Reservoir St. 703-433-1006 Standard Disclaimers Apply Harrisonburg, VA 22801 703-434-5607 (fax) [log in to unmask]