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MARATHON WOMAN

Stalwart supporter Sue Tonelli says: "I am running the Lake Vyrnwy half-marathon on behalf of BeesforDevelopment Trust. Please help me reach my target".

Donations can be made at www.justgiving.com/runningbee or www.beesfordevelopment.org

SUCCESS WITH IFS

International Foundation for Science (IFS) announces 117 grants approved in the first half of 2005. 65% were allocated to researchers based in low income countries with vulnerable scientific infrastructures. Out of 600 applications received, nearly one in five proposals were approved for grants. Next session deadline 30 December 2005 see www.ifs.se

PROJECT SUPPORT

FAO, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, supports beekeeping projects in developing countries. Beekeepers' groups and associations may apply for small project funding (less than US$10,000) from the TeleFood Special Fund. Request documents should include a brief description of the project's objectives, the proposed food production or income-generating activities, the work plan, the number of participants, a detailed list of inputs with cost estimates and the reporting arrangements. Submit your request to the office of FAO or UNDP in your country. Applications for projects with budgets over US$10,000 must be submitted through a Government Ministry. See www.fao.org

Remember to tell BfD the outcome of your application

BEE CRAFT

A full colour monthly magazine for beginners and experts alike covering all aspects of beekeeping in the UK and Ireland. FREE SAMPLE COPY on request, £20 for 12 issues. Credit cards accepted. Contact secretary@bee-craft.com

BEE BOOKS NEW AND OLD

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