Now is the time of year when we are preparing for Winter, and this would seem an opportune time to remind PBKA members about the importance of monitoring and managing Varroa. It is important not to get complacent about this highly destructive pest and the damage it can cause to colonies. In order to avoid … Continue reading Managing Varroa
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Wasps and Asian Hornets!
Hi fellow beekeepers, bees are going flat out right now so have an extra super ready in case you need it. The wasps are starting to appear now so you should consider reducing the entrance size to your hive. It is also a good time to be on the lookout for the Asian Hornet, remember, … Continue reading Wasps and Asian Hornets!
Wasps Alert!!
Wasps and European Hornets are starting to make an appearance around the hives. To keep the pesky invaders out: Reduce the entrance size of the hive, to give the bees a smaller area to defend. Put out wasp traps, these can be bought or easily made with a jam jar with a hole made in … Continue reading Wasps Alert!!
Asian Hornet update!
Hi everyone, just a quick note on our European hornet, these are much bigger than a wasp but they do have a striped yellow and black rear, the thorax (or shoulder area) is brown and their head is yellow. I noticed an increase in sightings of the hornet in 2023. This year I am seeing … Continue reading Asian Hornet update!
