>There is some anecdotal evidence in Australia that banana fruit placed in
> hives is an effective control
> for chalkbrood.

However, in Australia, as far as I am aware, nobody actually does 
this.....bananas are too expensive!
Hygienic queens is the answer, and they are cheaper...(well almost)!

PeterD
in Western Australia, where we are at last enjoying some long overdue rain. 

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