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Do your bees have enough stores?
Given the relatively cool weather we are having at the moment which is limiting foraging activity and the increasing size of our colonies, lack of stores is a serious threat. It is advised therefore, that you check your colonies for stores and feed if required. Do not assume however, that you can gauge the level of stores … Continue reading Do your bees have enough stores?
Training Apiary Meetings 2012
Please note that the first meeting for beginners at the training apiary is this Sunday at 2pm. Follow this link for details.
First Pictures of the New Apiary at Scolton Manor
Here are the first pictures of the new Pine Tree Apiary at Scolton Manor and Phase 2 of the Pembrokeshire Beekeeping Centre project, funded with a grant from Environment Wales. The middle hive is complete with 'hive cams' which are displayed on monitors inside the stable block and also recorded as part of the overall CCTV security system, … Continue reading First Pictures of the New Apiary at Scolton Manor
Nosema Testing Workshop April 15 2012
Nosema can build up in overwintering colonies and to cause early death of bees. Members are reminded to bring along a sample of bees from each hive to the Picton Community Centre, Haverfordwest on Sunday April 15th between 2.00 pm and 5.00 pm to test them for nosema. The Association's new microscopes will be on display and … Continue reading Nosema Testing Workshop April 15 2012