[bekko]

I do not know what happened to Robinson of late.

Getting that premium for net-caught fish over cyanide fish has always been the problem. I was the first marine ornamental breeder to become MAC certified under their mariculture plan. All the dealers were anxious to get fish from a MAC-certified breeder, but none of them were willing to pay more than the going rate for wild-caught fish. I had to finally get out of marine ornamentals because I can not grow them more cheaply than Mother Nature.

Quote: A panel of professionals and in the know amateurs hammering out what is needed and practical. And beyond that, realistic protocol/education for the members of the amateur association. Rather than top down management, lateral integration of knowledge and transparancy- and above all, accountability.

I agree. Even better if an industry organization is in the mix.

-steve