>The starvation problem develops if the bees have been stimulated to start
extensive brood rearing and then get locked onto the brood nest. Feed may
be a few inches away.
Peter, this is a very insightful observation, which could help to explain
things. Here in Calif, the broodnest is able to track upwards to stay in
contact with the honey. But in your colder climate, perhaps the colony
consumes the honey immediately above the brood too quickly.
Anyone else in a cold climate that can confirm/refute?
--
Randy Oliver
Grass Valley, CA
www.ScientificBeekeeping.com
***********************************************
The BEE-L mailing list is powered by L-Soft's renowned
LISTSERV(R) list management software. For more information, go to:
http://www.lsoft.com/LISTSERV-powered.html