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Date: Sun, 08 Apr 2001 21:22:53 -0400
From: Paul S LeRoy <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: Re: Hive stands
Most beekeepers in the Carribean use tires and they claim good results and
especially helpful against termites which are a big problem there. One key
however is to use the larger size car tires or pick-up size tires as they
offer more support. Also need to start off almost level with just a little
lean to the front. If put on very unlevel areas they tend to lean worse as
the colony builds up and stores more honey and will give you a very unlevel
colony and could affect the natural angle of drawn comb for honey storage.
Paul LeRoy, frequent visitor to various Islands in the Carribean.