It's too early to conclude that the honeyflow is over, but in north
   eastern B.C. and NW Alberta (the Peace River region) the flow has been
   excellent. Some conditions (4 years drier than average,ending last
   fall?) combined to result in the perennial clovers, especially alsike,
   producing a remarkable abundance of blossoms. With enough moisture and
   heat, the smell of clover blossom has been in the wind for 3 weeks.
 
   I've removed honey twice from a group of 70 test colonies. The overall
   average is about 180 lb as of Aug 5, including a few which are not
   producing. The top producer has had 342 lb removed.
 
   I expect the regional average to be 200 to 250 lb.
 
 
   Kerry Clark, Apiculture Specialist
   B.C. Ministry of Agriculture
   1201 103 Ave
   Dawson Creek B.C.
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