INSTRUMENTAL INSEMINATION AND HONEY BEE BREEDING SHORT COURSE AT THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY June 19, 20, 21, 1996 An intensive three day course on the technique of instrumental insemination and bee breeding will be offered at the Ohio State University Rothenbuhler Honey Bee Research Laboratory in Columbus, Ohio. The course is scheduled for Wednesday through, Friday June 19. 20, and 21. The class is designed for commercial beekeepers who are involved in a breeding program or who want to improve upon an existing program. It is also designed for laboratory personnel requiring the skill for research purposes. A practical hands-on approach to instruction is provided with emphasis on individual attention. Participants become familiar with the assembly and alignment of equipment and sterilization methods. Various types of insemination instruments are displayed and their features reviewed. The preparation and care of virgin queens and drones, post-insemination care and introduction of inseminated queens will be discussed in detail. Basic bee genetics and various breeding systems will be presented. Demonstration materials, virgin queens and drones will be provided. Participants receive a booklet reviewing methods of bee breeding and the technique of instrumental insemination. Instructor: Susan Cobey Classes are taught by Susan Cobey, who has extensive experience in the technique and has published numerous articles in beekeeping literature on related topics. Prerequisite: Knowledge of queen rearing experience is required. Beekeepers must provide their own insemination equipment. Microscopes can be provided for use upon request. Registration: Registration is $300. Lodging, meals and transportation are not included in the registration fee. Information on lodging will be included in the registration packet. Enrollment is limited and will be based upon beekeeping experience. Interested beekeepers are required to fill out an application. Deadline for registration is May 20, 1996. For information and registration materials contact: Susan Cobey Ohio State University Dept. of Entomology 1735 Neil Ave. Columbus, OH 43210 Tel.(614) 292-7928 Fax (614) 292 2180