I see that an apiculture rain or vegetation index insurance is being offered to beekeepers in certain 
states for 2009. 

 http://www.agroimaging.com/apiculture_2009.htm

I have not had time to wade through the fine print. I'm curious to hear what other beekeepers think 
of this risk management tool.  

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