Following the finding of Asian hornets in Gloucestershire last week we have received a large number of suspect Asian hornet reports from members of the public and beekeepers which we are following up. Bee inspectors have now visited over 100 sites. Asian hornets have been seen at just six locations within 500 meters of the … Continue reading Asian Hornet update from National Bee Unit!
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Hives for sale
Five hives for sale (also 2 nucs) clean and in good condition, with an eke and contact feeder each, but no frames. £100 each. Also some honey buckets and jars. For further information contact Gloria on 01348 831467.
Beeswax wanted
Beeswax wanted. Does not have to be top grade! So if you have any you would like to sell, please contact TJ Stables on 01646 601996.
Scolton apiary meeting – Cancelled!
Would PBKA members please note that tomorrow's apiary meeting at Scolton, Sunday 21st August, is cancelled due to the whole day now being taken up with the Basic Assessment. Saturday's scheduled assessments had to be cancelled due to the weather. We would like to wish all candidates the very best of luck!
Neonic pesticide link to long-term wild bee decline
The large-scale, long-term decline in wild bees across England has been linked to the use of neonicotinoid insecticides by a new study.
Pembrokeshire Beekeepers' Association 