> From everything I
> have gathered, it appears that the Carniolans could come really close to being the
> perfect race for Easten Missouri. First hand observation of them also leads me
> to believe that they are a good choice for this area.
Scott,
Here in SOUTHEASTERN Missouri, I find that New World Carniolans, with a mix of Texan
Buckfast are almost perfect. My apiaries have just about some of everything. The
Buckfast have been reliable (until supersede, then they'll be mean). But my addition of
NWC have been outstanding!
M. Chris Michel
Poplar Bluff, MO