>>As an inspector, he found over 100 cases of AFB this summer.
Would you trust him, even though he doesn't own any bees these days? 

I just feel that, with the plethera of pests coming from all sides, 
an inspector with current hands-on experience will better advise 
beekeepers.  I have always looked to my inspector to share 
information on latest developments.

Overall, a good inspector doesn't need to won beehives but inspectors 
with bee hives should not be excluded.  The shortage of inspectors in 
NY state has gotten even worse.

My 2c.

Waldemar

-- Visit www.honeybeeworld.com/bee-l for rules, FAQ and  other info ---