Please be aware of the growing threat and approach of Tropilaelaps with the announcement below from DEFRA. The Turkish authorities have notified of an outbreak of Tropilaelaps mite in the region of Borçka, which borders Georgia. A declaration has been made which suspends imports from Türkiye of: a. honeybees; b. unprocessed apiculture by-products; c. used … Continue reading Growing threat and approach of Tropilaelaps
Pests
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!
Free to PBKA Members!🐝
Chris Welton and his colleague George Tonge, Bee Inspectors for Pembrokeshire, will be completing a full health inspection on the PBKA Scolton Apiary on Thursday 16th July. There are 5 spaces remaining for any PBKA members who wish to attend on the day. This is an opportunity for all beekeepers, but in particular, new beekeepers, … Continue reading Free to PBKA Members!🐝
Possible reasons for winter losses!🐝
We have had reports of significant Honey Bee losses this winter. This can be for a variety of reasons including starvation, queen failure, undiagnosed/untreated disease, mite infestation, pesticides and of course, inclement weather. Beekeepers may find the attached from the NBU of interest and perhaps act as a timely reminder to keep their eye on … Continue reading Possible reasons for winter losses!🐝
Asian Hornet update!🐝
Hi all, we have put our bees to bed and made sure they have plenty of stores. For the moment we can relax. I ask, that you think about the Yellow Legged Hornet. Any males should by now have perished. Female hornets would still be active. Watch out for nests as the leaves fall from … Continue reading Asian Hornet update!🐝
