Recent posts mention a supposed outbreak, occurrence, incidence to varying
degrees of Kashmir virus in Australia.
 
I am unaware of any such reports eminating from within Australia.
 
The implication of such rumours are that they may affect Australia's export
package and queen bee industry.
 
If anyone can inform me of a reliable source of information so that
accurate details can be provided to BEE-L it would be most appreciated.
 
I will endevour to speak with industry representatives to ascertain their
knowledge.
 
Rob Bowman
Apiary Inspector
Bathurst
Currently -2 deg C and falling