Collecting propolis

[chris]

I'd be cautious about how you manage hives for propolis production and how you select only the best stuff for harvest.
G.

In France, a beekeeper can only sell propolis or a propolis solution to the public if he has a special licence. Otherwise it must be conditioned and commercialised by a pharmaceutic or veterinary company. Probably the same in Scotland?

[gavin]

I'm not aware of any particular regulations on propolis. Of course, if it is sold to the public with hints of health benefits there is likely to be legal trouble.