Would PBKA members please note that the next apiary meeting will now be on Sunday 19th June and not Sunday 12th June as previously advised. This is due to a clash with the Classic Car Show, which is being held at Scolton on 12th.
Education & Training
Pollen Microscopy Workshop
The WBKA is running a 1-day Pollen Microscopy workshop for WBKA members in Devil’s Bridge near Aberystwyth on Sunday 22 May. Here is the link for further information and to book:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/an-introduction-to-pollen-microscopy-tickets-318462488877
There are 2 ticket types available – one for those who wish to use a WBKA microscope, and one for those who can bring their own compound microscope. If you decide to enrol, please ensure that you book the correct ticket type according to whether or not you are bringing your own microscope as spare equipment won’t be available.
This is the first regional microscopy workshop to be run but the WBKS plans to run them in other locations going forward.
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 grass cutting, containers, growing from seed, from cuttings, and advice on making new plants using techniques such as layering and division.
You can find out more about the Bee Friendly scheme and download a booklet here: https://www.biodiversitywales.org.uk/Bee-Friendly
For hard copies please e-mail: NatureConservation@gov.wales
Pembrokeshire Beekeepers' Association 