We've had consistent cold in the Wi/MN/Nodak region with fairly heavy snow pack in most areas. 
Spring should see good moisture levels at the rate we are going so far.  

We just finished 30 days plus below freezing with most days in the single digits and nights far below 
zero. Last weekend all my colonies saw 45F with low wind and full sun. A good cleansing flight day 
for all. 

I wonder too if almond growers are just being cautious as most families and businesses are in these 
difficult times. How many farmers, bee or almond, have someone else at home bringing in a 
paycheck or benefits and some of those jobs may be on the line. 

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