I'd like to get a few packages ordered nice and early (now). Not particularly interested in Italians... I'm leaning more toward Carniolans (especially New World), MN Hygenics, or even Russians. I'm just looking for a reliable seller who can ship to MA in early spring. Given that our spring flows lately seem to be short and intense, I'm thinking that getting them as early as possible is even more important than getting any particular variety. Any suggestions on where to order from? Thanks!
You can get Russians packages in South Deerfield, Massachusetts at Warm Colors Apiary
http://www.warmcolorsapiary.com/Bees.asp (http://www.warmcolorsapiary.com/Bees.asp)
BEE HAPPY Jim 134 :)
Here is a message thread with a spread sheet a member of this forum made. I reserved my bees from an apiary on this list
http://forum.beemaster.com/index.php/topic,31050.msg250413.html#msg250413 (http://forum.beemaster.com/index.php/topic,31050.msg250413.html#msg250413)
Very helpful, thank you both!