I do agree with alot that has been said, but I think alot more thought should go into this....This type of conversation can really help advance this hobby.....it could even make this a unified organization.

I have seen this same talk as most of you have, in the ball python community. They say alot about how don't worry about your $5,000 investment ...you can still sell those hatchlings for $2,000 each and still make a great profit! Yes, that is true...but the downward trend of prices is still going on....What we need to do is figure out what is really causing this trend downward and put stops in place to keep our endevors alive and strong and supported.

If we just coast along like we have been...we will continue to see these trends.

I have invested alot of money in Boas, I am not crying about the market because I really do understand what is going on...that does not meen I know how to stop it just that I can see it...lol...

I am glad for those who have added imput to this.

We do not need the Sky is Falling additude...because I really do not see that as the case...I think the world of Boas and Balls for that matter...is VERY strong...I just think it is being let fall where it falls...so to speak...and this can only benifit the initial breeders, temporarily. We need to put our heads together and come up with a plan that can keep the prices regulated...I really do not want to see Albinos for $200 bucks in a pet shop...If they want low grades for $600 then maybe a grading system could help us to sell at higher levels...BUT we cannot leave the grading up to the individuals...we need a organization to establish rules and such...
I think the big breeders are the ones who should further this type of action as it will surly be a benifit to them and strengthen their position.

There is more...but that's enough right now...lol

My .04 cents....Andy Federico
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