http://www.kansas.com/mld/kansas/news/state/14630759.htm
Okay here is a beekeeper in Quinter Kansas. The man is a 103 years old and can probably teach you a thing or two about bees, even experienced beekeepers could probably gain something from him.
Also the gentleman is considering selling his hives. If you are in his area, go pay him a visit. Then tell me all about it.
Sincerely,
Brendhan
He also wrote a book....
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/158597269X/sr=8-1/qid=1148269256/ref=sr_1_1/102-8465904-0039305?%5Fencoding=UTF8