In light of the warning from the NBU with regard to starvation, the Association has taken the precaution of ordering in 500 x 1kg bags of fondant for members [ £1.50 per kilo bag ]. We expect delivery early next week. For supply, call Jeremy on 07799 698568 or jeremypercy@gmail.com
Feeding Bees and Starvation
URGENT – Starvation Risk Warning!
Bee Inspectors across the UK are reporting that many colonies are in need of food where honey has been harvested and nectar availability is reduced. Where starvation is a risk, replacement food needs to be provided. Please monitor your colonies throughout the coming months and feed as required to ensure your bees do not starve. … Continue reading URGENT – Starvation Risk Warning!
June gap – potential starvation risk!
Just to remind all beekeepers that the June gap can still happen and large growing colonies with little or no available forage, can quickly result in a shortage of stores. So be sure to check that your bees have enough food, especially if you have taken off any spring honey. Note that if you add … Continue reading June gap – potential starvation risk!
Reminder – Starvation Risk
Just to remind beekeepers everywhere to check their bees for stores (especially nucs), as we are coming into a high risk time for starvation, as the queen gets into gear and the remaining winter stores are used up. So give your hives a heft and if needed, give them some fondant or candy (not liquid … Continue reading Reminder – Starvation Risk
Potential starvation risk!
Just to remind beekeepers everywhere to check their bees for stores, as we are coming into a high risk time for starvation, as the queen gets into gear and the remaining winter stores are used up. So give your hives a heft and if needed, give them some fondant or candy (not liquid feed!). If … Continue reading Potential starvation risk!
