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Mon, 15 Apr 1996 11:33:51 -0400 |
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Ted Fischer wrote:
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> REGARDING RE>Captured Swarm
> I agree with you, that hiveing a swarm is an exciting experience. I love to
> watch them go on into the hive too, all with a singleness of purpose.
> However, I would like to comment that this swarm came from a known feral
> colony, so obviously the parent colony got through the winter without mite
> control measures. I would watch this new colony carefully - it may show signs
> of varroa resistance, and be a valuable resource for you. Watch the feral
> colony, too, to see whether it will survive the year intact.
Would you suggest not treating this hive with Apistan?
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