At 05:54 PM 4/22/2003 -0400, you wrote: >it would preclude top bar hives and other non Langstroth designs which allow >inspection of the combs, which are the important bit, not the wooden ware. Not to mention observation hives, etc. Depending on the state law, this portion may not be needed at all. Many states require bees be kept in hives with movable frames already. Another issue: I know of several breeders who specifically breed for gentleness, (among other things), but do any specifically breed for non swarming tendencies? (and do the necessary testing that would be required for selection of this?) Overall I think it's pretty reasonable. -Tim :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: -- Visit www.honeybeeworld.com/BEE-L for rules, FAQ and other info --- ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::