>>...continuing bans against non-movable comb hives were and are steering beekeeping development on a different course than it otherwise would have taken, and, overnight, made beekeeping a much more expensive (industrial) pursuit. Although movable frames are great for close colony inspection, and thus were mandated as the only legal type justified by the need for official inspections for bee diseases, I wonder if diseasse control is not worse today... I have yet to see a feral colony with a case of American foulbrood or chalkbrood. Waldemar Long Island, NY -- Visit www.honeybeeworld.com/bee-l for rules, FAQ and other info ---