thought you were looking for actual data not I just observations...
I've received several emails off List from those who understood my meaning. None have noticed a difference in queen survivorship.
Sorry, I thought you were looking for actual data not I just observations...
The common perception here in the Midwest is that locally breed queen are always superior. Unfortunately its not backed by data either, but is the standard dogma.
Charles
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