Just a gentle reminder to those of you who haven't yet paid your PBKA subscription for 2013. Could you please forward your sub to George Durham as soon as possible, especially if you want to maintain your BDI hive insurance. You can download a membership form here. Many thanks!
Author: apiarymanager
Tomorrow’s Apiary Meeting for Members
Will be going ahead at alternative venue - see previous post for details. We will be demonstrating hive and frame assembly, hive scorching, for used equipment. Experienced beekeepers will be on hand for beginners to get to know over a cup of tea. And lots more. See you there.
March 2013 Starvation Risk. Important Information about Colony Food Levels
advice from the national bee unit With the continued poor weather looking to persist through to the end of March, colonies may be starting to run out of food (if they haven’t already). It would be advisable to check the food levels by opening the hive and making a very quick observation on their store … Continue reading March 2013 Starvation Risk. Important Information about Colony Food Levels
Winter Losses
Many beekeepers are starting to find out how their bees have survived the winter, although the weather is still cold and starvation a possibility. At a Bee Farmers' Association meeting recently losses of 35% were being mentioned - mainly due it seems from poorly mated queens last summer. Presumably this meant too few bees going … Continue reading Winter Losses
