I think we are talking of different things here.  The funds were specifically for research to examine the parameters of specific practical beekeeping problems.  Many applicants had 'pure' science in mind and publishing something unrelated.


That is why we all like Randy so much.  (There are other reasons, too).

We can say, "Hey, Randy, we have a problem here and we wonder if this is an answer?  What would it cost to take a look at it and how long?"

We get an answer, decide if it is worth it, pay the small, cost and in a short while we have an answer.  Maybe it is not THE answer, but it helps bracket in to see if the idea is worth pursuing.

A few years back we wondered if commonly used GRAS  food preservatives used to prevent molding and other microbial food spoilage might work against nosema due to some commonalities in the organisms. A month or two and a grand or two later we had an answer.  No significant effect.

Where else can you get the same bang for your buck?

Money well spent.

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