Wow! Check out the news channels......an Asian Hornet's nest has been discovered in Southampton, estimated to hold about 3000 insects! This is a worry, it demonstrates the Asian Hornet populations are spreading west. Please continue to be vigilant and report suspected sightings to me Peter Kirkup, Asian Hornet Co-ordinator; the PBKA's Apiary Manager, Paul Eades, … Continue reading Asian Hornet nest!
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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!!
Wasps Alert
Wasps are starting to make an appearance around the hives. To keep the pesky invaders out: Reduce the entrance size of the hive, probably opened fully during the recent hot weather, to give the bees a smaller area to defend. Put out wasp traps, these can be bought or easily made with a jam jar … Continue reading Wasps Alert
Reminder – Webinar – Integrated Pest Control for Varroa Management – Thursday 27th July at 7.30pm
IPM for varroa and the complexities of successful treatment free beekeeping - Maggie Gill NBU Thu, Jul 27, 2023 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM BST IPM for varroa and the complexities of successful treatment free beekeeping - Maggie Gill NBU Join us for a webinar on Jul 27, 2023 at 7:30 PM BST. Register … Continue reading Reminder – Webinar – Integrated Pest Control for Varroa Management – Thursday 27th July at 7.30pm
Pembrokeshire Beekeepers' Association 