Available Now! BeeAware2000, the new version of BeAware is now available. Download BeeAware Demo (Windows version only) BeeAware; A Master Beekeeper CD-ROM for the Management and Care of Honey Bees BeeAware is a CD-ROM packed with information on honey bee management, accompanied by hundreds of high-quality images and illustrations. Included on this CD is detailed information on honey bee biology, starting new colonies, beekeeping equipment, seasonal management, pollination, queen management, and detailed information on the identification and management of diseases, pests and parasites. Additional information includes the references used to make the system, a list of all apiary inspectors in the US and Canada, and a glossary of all the technical terms used in the system. A unique feature of BeeAware is an interactive diagnostic module designed to assist beekeepers in identifying unknown problems in their colonies. This module was recently rebuilt using NetWeaver, an efficient knowledge base construction, maintenance, documentation, and debugging tool written at Penn State University. How the system should be used: BeeAware should be used as a management tool. It should not be the only source of information that is used by the beekeeper. Recommendations from the computer program should be combined with other sources of information, the beekeeper's knowledge of his/her operation and good common sense. BeeAware was developed mainly for Pennsylvania conditions. However, most of the information and recommendations apply to conditions outside of Pennsylvania as well. It is important to keep in mind however, that laws and regulations concerning beekeeping differ from state to state and country to country. If questions for concerns arise, contact your local apiary inspection service or beekeeping specialist. System Requirements: -CD-ROM driver -VGA/SVGA graphics card and monitor -4MB RAM -Windows 95 or later Cost: $50.00 includes shipping and handling - Make checks payable to Department of Entomology Send check or money order to: BeeAware Dept.of Entomology 501 ASI Building University Park, PA 16802 phone 814-865-1896