>> With all the problems of low bee populations, I wonder if the
>Federal Gov.
>has any programs to help beginning beekeepers.  I started with two
>hives this
>year and plan to expand next year.  This can be expensive and will be
>done
>slowly  unless there is some type of program available.
>Steven Albritton
>LDS Communications, Sports America, Chavin Honey Farms
>Monroe, Louisiana>
>
>The above message states the main problem we have and that is people
>looking to the all mighty Federal Gov. to solve all of our problems.
>I started out a couple of years ago with just 7 hives and have built
>that number up to 50.  I did not run to the Feds with my hand out to
>take other peoples money to spend.  If you want to be a producer then
>PRODUCE.
 
 
 
 
Dear Bill:
 
        It sounds to me that this person needs some concrete ideas as to how
to do this.  Not necessarily looking for a handout, as much as asking for
some helpful information.>
        There are lots of knowledgeable beekeepers out there to respond.
 
        Eunice Wonnacott
        "From the Cradle of Confederation"
        Charlottetown, PE, Canada
 
>Bill Hughes
>Bent Holly Honey Farms
>Brighton, TN USA
>
>