> One solution is not to use any of these chemicals on the bees.

> Oh, yes, another important thing: Do not paint the hive (only the 
> exterior corners). This allows the hive to breathe, moisture to 
> escape.

The bees do a fine job of ventilating and controlling the 
humidity.  They do such a fine job that they can keep the
brood area very humid and warm (as is required to raise brood) 
while at the same time, evaporating nectar into honey only a few 
feet away.  Who suddenly proposes that they need any help from 
the beekeeper to do this, or that painted woodenware was
a possible hindrance to hive climate control?

> I will go through my workshop notes when I have a chance and share 
> more!

Sounds like you attended an interesting "workshop".
Could you tell us who proposed these highly creative and 
innovative approaches to such complex issues?

> Some bee managers... advocate bucking up the health and immune system 
> of the bees, in lieu of attempting to kill the virus.

And what specific steps might one take to "buck up the 
immune system" of bees?

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