Brokers, Who needs them!!!

[TwT]

there is a few in here that work the almond groves and I wondered if any of you use a broker or do you work for yourself making all the deals and setups?

[JohnK and Sheri]

We use a broker and he is worth every dollar.
If a person lived out there it might be easier to do the deals yourself, or if you were long established with a particular grower.
Sheri

[TwT]

I can see how a out of state beekeeper would use a broker, but I wonder if any instate beekeepers use one?

[pahvantpiper]

I have never used a broker but do make several trips out to California. I also work with a farm that I have 100% confidence in and are great to work with. Having said that, if you don't know the farmers you're working with and if someone else is working your bees, I'd use a broker.

[BEES4U]

but I wonder if any instate beekeepers use one?

Yes, we most certainly do!
Make sure that the broker is bonded and have everything in print to make sure the the parties involved have an understanding.
I have an old almond contract that stated that if the bee keeper did not fulfil his/her responsabilities that the family is also legally involved.
I know a few who call themselves brokers. But, in essence they are not because they do not have a written contract in hand.
Regards,
Ernie

[123456]

Originally Posted by BEES4U

but I wonder if any instate beekeepers use one?

Yes, we most certainly do!
Make sure that the broker is bonded and have everything in print to make sure the the parties involved have an understanding.
I have an old almond contract that stated that if the bee keeper did not fulfil his/her responsabilities that the family is also legally involved.
I know a few who call themselves brokers. But, in essence they are not because they do not have a written contract in hand.
Regards,
Ernie

Well unless the whole family signed the contract then it was invalid from the get go.