I am in my 5th year of bee keeping and have 16 hives. I know that is nothing compared to you commercial guys.
We had our agricultural and 4H fair last weekend. The beekeepers had a good showing with 27 entries. I did very well. Actually, I was in shock I got 1st place with my filled out frame in show case. 1st place with my amber honey.
1st place with a picture i took of bees on watermelon. 2nd place with black jar. 2nd place with dark honey.
My daughters are still telling everyone they know on face book, and my honey is selling fast.