Emergency use of three pesticides that can be deadly to bees will soon be stopped for good, the government has said.
See BBC article for details.
Author: apiarymanager
Bee-harming pesticides found in English waterways
Pesticides that harm bees were found in the “majority” of English waterways tested in the last year, according to data analysis by two environmental charities.
The Rivers Trust and Wildlife and Countryside Link found neonicotinoid pesticides were present in 85% of English rivers tested by the Environment Agency between 2023 and 2024.
See link for further details!
BIBBA Courses for 2025
BIBBA Supporting Beekeepers Beekeeping Courses for Early 2025.
BIBBA has three different courses planned for early 2025, each with the aim of supporting and supplementing training and sessions run by local BKAs. Click on the titles below to find out more:1. “Varroa Resistance through Bee Improvement”For those aiming to go treatment free. Ideally suited to beekeepers with at least a few years’ experience. The latest scientific knowledge and practical experience from expert speakers.2. “Bees and Queens for Everyone”It is generally accepted that locally reared queens are better suited than imports, this one-day course will go through how to raise locally adapted bees and queens using low-cost, simple methods. 3. “Early Years Beekeeping Course”To support beekeepers to enhance their skills and knowledge. Ideal for beekeepers looking for the next stage after the local theory and practical course, or for those wanting a refresh.Open to ALL beekeepers, not just BIBBA members.Full info at bibba.com/events
Excellent PBKA Honey Show!!🐝
We had an excellent Honey Show on Sunday, with a variety of high quality entries. Very encouraging indeed, considering the poor season due to the weather!
It was also a great opportunity to meet up with friends and have a chat over tea or coffee and was a very relaxing and enjoyable social occasion.
Some of the highlights of the Show included ‘Best in Show’, for Mari-Anne Harstad and her superb mead. ‘Most Points in Show, for Fe Hobbs, and Luci Prosser’s, First in the ‘Novice’ class!
Congratulations to all those who were placed!
Many thanks to all of you who came along (especially considering the weather) and a very special ‘thank you’ to our Judge for the day, Diane Corbett, her assistant Aisha, the rest of the PBKA team for all their support, and Scolton Manor for hosting the event!!
The Prize Giving Ceremony will be early in 2025, date and venue to follow.
We hope to see you all then.🐝
Very best regards
Paul
Paul Eades
Chair
Pembrokeshire Beekeepers’ Association
Pembrokeshire Beekeepers' Association 