> I'm not sure that there is a shortcut for finding the proper balance of
> essential amino acids. One could simply hydrosolyze bees and see what the
> end proportions are, but I don't know if that would tell you what the best
> proportions are in feed.
We all want a one-size-fits-all answer and I am quite certain it simply does
not exist.
A small colony in spring is going to need different nutrients than a large
colony in winter.
There are endless variations, and the environment introduces even more
factors.
What we all would like to know is what causes the 2 brood cycle limitation.
That one has eluded us a long time, even though it seemed to be settled a
few times.
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