>So, I shall continue to engage with the debate. I think there is a large
body of scientific and non-politically charged research which indicates
that neonics are NOT the cause of bee decline in any region of the world.

Well said, Pete!  I'm also all for evidence rather than emotion.

>Seems to me that the current tests assume that no other substances are
> present.


Do you notice that your over the counter medications are not tested on
heroin addicts, those suffering from AIDS, or those recently exposed to
pesticides or infested with crab lice?   The registrant can't realistically
be expected to test their product to specifically account for beekeepers
who have contaminated their combs with often illegal miticides.  I'm no
booster for pesticides, but we must be realistic!

-- 
Randy Oliver
Grass Valley, CA
www.ScientificBeekeeping.com

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