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Date: Fri, 14 Oct 2016 16:38:56 -0400
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[BEE-L] [MARKETING] [BEE-L] observation hive

First step next spring, put in frames with no bees, then add a package from
a reputable supplier, not a nuc that may have varroa and especitally not a
swarm, which now days may have been induced by a heavy varroa infestation.
Swarms, especially late season swarms, tend to be a varroa source.

I'd use the Apivar strips  - oxalic in a public place - not a good idea.
Might be time for a re-do of the hive.  I've modified ours so we can add
strips, mark bees, etc.

J.J. Bromenshenk
Bee Alert
Missoula, Mt

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