Interesting comments.  I should point out that the directive that I found
prohibiting live bee imports to U.K. and EU did say that bees could be
shipped from one European country to another.

So far, it seems that despite the sweeping statement that I found, queens
may be allowed into these countries from the U.S. and other areas, with
appropriate inspections, certificates, etc.

COPA and COGECA are considering stronger language with regard to small hive
beetle.  That's consistent with Treavor's comment about a temporary ban on
imports from Australia.

However, so far no one has told me that the U.K. or EU will accept packages
(swarms, colonies) of bees from the U.S.  Only queens.

So, back to Africa and South America -- what's the policy in these countries?

Thanks again

Jerry

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