>Five years ago I suggested commercial beekeepers ban together as a group and > let the group negotiate fees and payment methods with the almond grower > organizations. > I'm with you on this, Bob! I've suggested the same to the almond board. In ag, the futures market stablizes prices and allows for all parties to plan ahead. Joe Traynor is the only one who does this for almonds. Randy Oliver *********************************************** The BEE-L mailing list is powered by L-Soft's renowned LISTSERV(R) list management software. For more information, go to: http://www.lsoft.com/LISTSERV-powered.html Access BEE-L directly at: http://community.lsoft.com/scripts/wa-LSOFTDONATIONS.exe?A0=BEE-L