The UK government has given emergency approval for the use of a pesticide banned because of the harm it can cause bees, for the fourth year in a row. Permission to use the neonicotinoid on sugar beet seeds has been needed despite a vow by the industry to find an alternative by the end of … Continue reading Neonicotinoids given approval for use!
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Protected: WBKA Newsletter Spring 2024
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Starvation risk warning!
Just to advise beekeepers everywhere to check their bees for stores (especially nucs), particularly if you didn't give yours a full winter feed at the end of last season. So give your hives a heft and if needed, give them some fondant or candy (not liquid feed!) and recheck regularly! This is also a good … Continue reading Starvation risk warning!
Scottish Beekeepers Association – Webinar on 10th January
On Wednesday the 10th of January at 7.30pm, we welcome US Air Force Security Forces Veteran and Iowa Bee Farmer - Master Sgt Katie Flinn. Katie will discuss overcoming Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and mental health problems through beekeeping. She will also introduce the charity ‘PTSD and Pollinators’ that she supports to help veterans overcome PTSD.If … Continue reading Scottish Beekeepers Association – Webinar on 10th January
Pembrokeshire Beekeepers' Association 