We (National Bee Unit) are likely to be looking for a Seasonal Bee Inspector to cover part of South West Wales. The post is seasonal (April to September) and full training will be given. Candidates will need strong practical beekeeping skills, good knowledge of bee diseases and their control, and effective communication skills. Seasonal Bee … Continue reading Interested in being a Seasonal Bee Inspector?
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NBU 2011 End of Year Reports
As the end of 2011 approaches, Frank Gellatly and the National Bee Unit would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Please follow this link for Frank's 2011 report for the Welsh region and this link for the NBU 2011 End of Year Report Kind regards, Frank Gellatly and the … Continue reading NBU 2011 End of Year Reports
Regional Bee Inspector’s Newsletter – June 2011
Here is the latest news from Frank Gellatly. You can also download a pdf version. I have been holding back from writing a Wales inspectorate’s newsletter until we have our new recruits in place and I can introduce them. The process has been slow because of the public sector recruitment freeze and it is still … Continue reading Regional Bee Inspector’s Newsletter – June 2011
Are your bees starving?
Frank Gellatly (RBI Wales) has recently provided this timely advice on checking your bees for stores and what to do if you find them short of supplies. For more information on feeding bees throughout the year you can also download the NBU's Best Practice Guideline - Feeding Bees.
Regional Bee Inspector’s Newsletter and Advice – June 2011
Please read the RBI Summer 2011 Newsletter and important information below from Frank Gellatly. Are your bees starving? National Bee Unit - Advice Note 2nd June 2011 This year has seen exceptional weather with some regions having the driest spring for a century whilst others such as Scotland receiving far more precipitation than average. … Continue reading Regional Bee Inspector’s Newsletter and Advice – June 2011
