We are very sorry to announce the passing of David (Dai) Thomas, former PBKA Committee member and one of the most respected beekeeping names in Pembrokeshire. Dai will be sadly missed by all who knew him, his generosity in helping other beekeepers was legendary. We will post further details in due course.
Stories of Interest
Government response to petition
The Government has responded to the petition – “Stop the importation of honey bees into GB from the EU via Northern Ireland”. Government responded: We recognise the serious threat posed by small hive beetle. EU areas affected by this pest are not permitted to export to the UK. Strict controls apply to imports into the … Continue reading Government response to petition
Reminder – WBKA Seminar on Apiary Security this evening (Thursday) at 7.30pm
The next WBKA webinar will be on Thursday 15th April (next week) at 7.30pm when PC Dewi Evans of the North Wales Police Rural Crime Team will be talking on Apiary Security. To register for the event please use the link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4660369508968848400 PC Dewi Evans has been part of the North Wales Police Rural Crime Team … Continue reading Reminder – WBKA Seminar on Apiary Security this evening (Thursday) at 7.30pm
Petition to stop Honey Bee imports
The WBKA Management Team are supporting the petition to the UK Government to stop the importation of honey bees into GB from the EU via Northern Ireland. The link below will give you more information and access to sign the petition. We hope that you will help us to share this link with as many … Continue reading Petition to stop Honey Bee imports
Ricky Wilson – Obituary
Please see the Obituary for our friend and colleague Ricky Wilson, who sadly passed away last week.