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> Maine's unintended consequences are breathtaking. Maine's never had an
> over-reaching set of apiary laws, and have consistently fielded a good team
> of inspectors, such as the legendary Tony Jadzcak, so perhaps the new
> amendment is a moot point for most all beekeepers.
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> But there will come wackos...
>
I live in Maine and the amendment seemed to pop up on the ballot with near
zero discussion or understanding of what it was all about. My guess was it
was cannabis.They get a lot of money and Maine has been in the lead for
many pot laws.
As far as beekeeping, my observation was the same as Jim's but it really
does not change the sale of honey if read one way, but does if read more
broadly. It will be interesting to see just where the law and the State's
response to it leads.
The new bee inspector, Jennifer Lund, is doing an exceptional job (which
means I agree with her). She did institute an inspection of bee equipment
for sale in that she will inspect it and certify it disease free. Bee
equipment is still being sold all over the state, but the certificate
carries weight.
We have always had wackos in Maine as well as all over the world. Generally
Darwin takes them out of the business or they get a reputation and are
weeded out. But not until after they do great harm. So I share Jim's
concern.
Bill Truesdell
Bath, Maine
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