> This is a post from a very enlightening discussion now
> going on the organicbeekeepers discussion group list that I
> think you here should be paying attention to the past few
> days.

No problem for me.  We have a compulsory NLIS (National Livestock 
identification Scheme) for cattle here in Australia.  No problem for me.  I 
don't see it as big brother, doomsday etc.  It has been brought about by 
BSE, FMD etc. and being able trace.  Doesn't stop me as a very small cattle 
producer selling my stock but it does give me extra work.  You want to sell 
your product, then you have to do what the customer wants.  Pity we didn't 
have something like this for bees where we could easily trace those who have 
AFB and light up everyone they come in contact with.

Trevor Weatherhead
AUSTRALIA
Coming to Apimondia in Australia in 2007? 

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