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Many British pollinating insects in decline, study shows
A third of British wild bees and hoverflies are in decline, according to the BBC in a new study.
If current trends continue, some species will be lost from Britain altogether. Scientists warn that the loss of nature could create problems in years to come, including the ability to grow food crops.
Potential starvation risk!
Just to remind beekeepers everywhere to check their bees for stores as we are coming into a high risk time for starvation as the queen gets into gear and the remaining winter stores are used up. So give your hives a heft and if needed, give them some fondant or candy (not liquid feed!).
PBKA Membership 2019 and Insurance Cover!
Please note that the 2019 PBKA membership is now overdue.
If haven’t already done so and in order to ensure your membership of the PBKA with its associated benefits including, BDI and Public/Products Liability insurance, please download and complete the 2019 pbka membership form and return to the Membership Secretary with the appropriate fee as soon as possible, in order to ensure your insurance cover is in force before the season begins. Please note that there is a 40 day grace period before the BDI insurance kicks in so it is important to renew asap!
Introductory One Day Beekeeping Course – Saturday 16th March, 2019
A one-day, classroom based, beekeeping course for the complete beginner, is scheduled for Saturday 16th March 2019, at the Picton Centre, Haverfordwest, SA61 1TP.
These courses have proven to be very popular and given many potential beekeepers the confidence to proceed to practical lessons with Pembrokeshire Beekeepers’ Association.
Places are limited and invariably fill up quickly, so booking early is strongly recommended!
To find out more and how to book, please email: pauleades@btinternet.com for details and an application form.
PBKA Membership 2019 due!
Please note that the 2019 PBKA membership is now due.
If haven’t already done so and in order to ensure your membership of the PBKA with its associated benefits including, BDI and Public/Products Liability insurance, please download and complete the 2019 pbka membership form and return to the Membership Secretary with the appropriate fee as soon as possible.
