> A friend went through the exercise of being classified as an "Organic Honey Producer". One of the many requirements was to use foundation that was from a registered organic source. Where better than your own organic Apiary! I posted a message to this list a few months ago inquiring about Organic beekeeping procedures and if there actually are any beekeepers trying to adhere to such procedures. Noone ever responded. > Peter Borst Hello Peter, IFOAM, the International Association of Organic Associations and Movements, visited me last year as part of their international conference tour. I am also in the process of being certified as an "Organic Producer" of honey and other bee products. Existing guidelines are promulgated by the OCIA or Organic Certification International Association based in Ohio. Essentially, being certified by IFOAM involves visits by a licensed inspector who determines that: 1. That your bees forage in an area which is fairly isolated from air, water and chemical pollution in the soil/plants. 2. That you employ practices that ensure that the honey and other bee products that you produce are chemical free. Joel F. Magsaysay ILOG MARIA HONEYBEE FARMS Cavite Highlands, Philippines [log in to unmask] (063) 46-865-0018