In Massachusetts there is a state inspection program, with a full
time apiary inspector and several volunteers in different counties.
Problem is, not enough inspectors.  When I contacted the state to ask
them about a yearly inspection (as mandated in the state ag laws), I
was told that they didn't have an inspector for my area and unless I
thought I was having a problem, not to worry about it.  I guess if I
thought I had AFB they would come out. . .

I don't think inspection is a bad thing.  It always helps to get a
second opinion on how you think your hive(s) is/are doing.  I just
wish they had enough people to really make it work.

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