Wait tried and true agricultural practices? Are we talking about the same countries that have a long history subsistence farming and famine and death? I'm not saying there aren't important sustainable heritage crops adapted to local conditions etc that shouldn't still be grown, but modernization of AG, and shipping etc. in general leads to a more stable food supply. That doesn't mean just monocultures and mechanization, but things like drip irrigation, proper crop rotation etc. The top bar hives suggested would be part of modern ag in many areas for that matter. Trying the same thing (traditional ag) expecting different results? Just because it's been done the same way for a long time doesn't mean it's the best. Jeremy West Michigan *********************************************** The BEE-L mailing list is powered by L-Soft's renowned LISTSERV(R) list management software. For more information, go to: http://www.lsoft.com/LISTSERV-powered.html