AFB and EFB warning

Just to remind all beekeepers concerning American Foul Brood (AFB) and European Foul Brood(EFB) We have been advised to direct you to the National Bee Unit (NBU) factsheet 'Apiary Hygiene and Quarantine', plus ‘Foulbrood Disease of Honey Bees and other common brood disorders’. These are available on Beebase at: http://www.nationalbeeunit.com/index.cfm?pageid=167 All beekeepers have a duty to … Continue reading AFB and EFB warning

AFB warning

Just a seasonal reminder for beekeepers concerning American Foul Brood (AFB). We have been advised to direct you to the National Bee Unit (NBU) factsheet 'Apiary Hygiene and Quarantine', plus ‘Foulbrood Disease of Honey Bees and other common brood disorders’. These are available on Beebase at: http://www.nationalbeeunit.com/index.cfm?pageid=167 All beekeepers have a duty to keep healthy, disease … Continue reading AFB warning

Bee Friendly

A brand new booklet to planting for pollinators has been released and it is brimful of great ideas and top tips. Botanic Garden's science team has provided expert advice for a booklet detailing some of the top plants for pollinators to guide growers on what to plant throughout the year. There are also tips on … Continue reading Bee Friendly