> Bill Truesdell wrote: > I was told by several beekeepers, when I first started keeping bees, that > there is no reason to rotate in new comb, and that old black, brood comb > had been in their hives for tens of years. I consider that bad advice, > especially in this current age of Varroa, and, actually, in any age. > Perhaps a century or more ago this may have not been so bad advise, unfortunately in spite of the increased human longevity we live in a much more contaminated environment, I believe. Alden Marshall Hudson, NH -- Visit www.honeybeeworld.com/bee-l for rules, FAQ and other info ---