> In a message dated 19/06/2006 14:54:48 GMT Standard Time,
> [log in to unmask] writes:
>
> Please,
>
> I would like to import mated queens to Ireland from the  US next
> spring.

EU regulations on this are set out in this document:
http://www.defra.gov.uk/hort/Bees/Intertrade/index.htm

Where it states:
"The following third countries are known to be able to comply with the EU 
requirements: Argentina, Australia, the US State of Hawaii and New Zealand. 
Hawaii has been given a special derogation by the EU to export to the 
Community in view of its high bee health status. Imports of bees from 
mainland USA to the European Community remain prohibited."

Peter Edwards
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www.stratford-upon-avon.freeserve.co.uk/

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