All,

Yepp, the heat is on here in Ca.. temperature hit 110 degrees coming
back from CSBA board meeting in Redding yesterday afternoon.

Those of you interested in how this seedless Mandarin orange battle
is playing out may remember that the amended bill called for a work group to
reach consensus on how to resolve the issue.  

Right to Farm: Section 3482.5 of the Ca. Civil Code declares that 
"agricultural activity" on a farm in operation for more than three
years is not to be considered a nuisance due to changed conditions
in the area.  For purposes of this section "agricultural activity" includes
apiculture.

There is one more meeting, but agreement seems unlikely, as 
Murcott/growers will not accept any changes on their end.  The cost to net
the trees is about $1500 per acre, (and does work)  which includes a 3 year shelf
life on the nets.   This additional  cost to production would still allow
the growers to offer their clementines at competitive prices.. 

CSBA  had to retain a consultant this past year at a substantial fee, 
while there has been a good response to their call for donations, their 
budget is about exhausted.

If you are so inclined donations can be sent to :

California State Beekeepers Association, Inc.
7220 E. Grayson Rd.
Hughson, Ca 95326

Tel/Fax (209)667-4590


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