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Peter L Borst <[log in to unmask]>
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Mon, 27 Aug 2012 12:18:02 -0400
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Lloyd writes:
> I also disagree with Pete concerning Africanized bees in NYS.  They are everywhere

Hmm. I don't recall making any statements on the presence or absence of them here. I have heard the same thing from migratory beekeepers as Lloyd, though, --  that they have a hot hive or two in most yards. So we agree. 

We still have a toothless law on the books that makes their presence illegal, but the beekeeping industry in NYS is essentially unregulated. By the way, I do not favor beekeeping regulations, I think the industry can self-regulate. 

However, I do feel it is penny wise and pound foolish to keep African bees, at least in vicinity of populated areas. Worst case scenario: someone dies from stinging incident and the lawyer finds out the beekeeper has certifiable African bees in violation of state law. Good luck!

Pete

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