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Greetings,
On April 16th of this year, I began a colony headed by a Midnight
Queen. Last Monday, I requeened that hive because I could stand them no
longer. They had superceded the old queen, and were as mean as can be.
They would fly out in large numbers, it looked like a swarm boiling out! I
could work 9 other hives without a sting, and get 5-10 stings from this one
hive. Even before they superceded, I wasn't impressed. They began
preparations to swarm in late June. I have tried every hybrid bee out
there, and have come to the conclusion that Italians or Carniolans from a
reputable breeder are the way to go. Good luck with them if you choose to
use them.
Scott Moser
" I believe that beekeeping mirrors life. One must endure a few stings to
reach the final sweet reward." S. Moser
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