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Apiculture Program Questionnaire 2009

 

Purpose:

The Apiculture Program has offered a range of services to BC’s beekeeping industry for decades with little or no change. During the last 10 years or so, major changes have taken place within and outside the industry that have also impacted the Apiculture Program. The purpose of this questionnaire is to seek input from beekeepers to assist in determining the Program’s future role, mandate and activities.

Instructions:

  • Complete the Questionnaire  below and click on the "Submit" button at the bottom of the page.
  • Please submit by September 30, 2009.

 

Questions:

1. The Apiculture Program administers the Bee Act and Regulations which are intended to assist BC beekeepers to prevent the introduction of bee diseases and reduce their impact. To accomplish these objectives, the Program currently regulates bee movement, bee imports, and authorizes inspectors to demand the removal or treatment of infected colonies and beehive equipment. Do you think these methods are effective, and what other steps could be taken to accomplish these goals?
   
2. During the last few decades, the Apiculture Program has placed much emphasis on beekeeper training and education while reducing its regulatory role. Do you think that the Program should place renewed emphasis on administering regulations, or continue to emphasize producer training, or both?
   
3. Over the years, we have improved the beekeeper and apiary registration system for greater accuracy and usefulness. What are the benefits to you as a beekeeper of having your apiaries registered and what improvements would you like to see?
   
4. Apiculture Program staff has committed great efforts to develop and maintain a webpage on the government website with information about management practices, statistics, factsheets, etc. The specialized search engine InfoBasket is also linked to the website. Have you ever visited and used the apiculture webpage and if so, would you like to see any changes?
   
5. What would you like the Apiculture Program do or offer in the future to ensure its ongoing relevance to the beekeeping industry?
   

Please do not include personal information such as name or address.

PLEASE REVIEW CAREFULLY BEFORE SUBMITTING.

Revised: 08/18/09