I would just like to say that I think it is such a shame that this thread has turned into a bit of a slagging match. I would also like to add that I did mean altitude and not latitude, we are 850 ft above sea, and I mentioned this as it means we do not have many flowers that survive up here and...
ok guys...thanks for the good advice from a couple of you.
Thanks for the digs! I don't think I'll bother with your forum if all you are going to do is be arsey.
After researching beekeeping and being a member of my local and national associations for 2 years I am looking to purchase beehives and bees this year. I live on a farm in the Scottish Borders at an altitude of 850 ft. The weather can be extreme with the snow being very stubborn and the...