Coronavirus (Covid-19) – Message from Lynda Christie, Welsh Beekeepers’ Association (WBKA) Chairperson

Dear Member, The impact of Coronavirus has seen the regrettable cancellation of the WBKA Convention 2020 and the cancellation of the March Module examinations. Your associations courses, talks, and meetings will be curtailed during this crisis, but I am sure local associations and groups will check in on their more vulnerable members, especially those who may be … Continue reading Coronavirus (Covid-19) – Message from Lynda Christie, Welsh Beekeepers’ Association (WBKA) Chairperson

WBKA Convention – Cancelled

Please note that the WBKA has followed Government advice and cancelled the 2020 Convention as a measure to assist with slowing the spread of the Coronavirus.  The Events Team are working to reimburse those that bought early bird tickets.  Planning will now start for the next convention on March 27th 2021.

International Meeting of Young Beekeepers (IMYB) in Slovenia

The Welsh Beekeepers Association are looking for young beekeepers aged between 12 & 17 years to represent Wales in this years International Meeting of Young Beekeepers (IMYB) being held in Slovenia. This is a great event that will be funded by the Welsh Beekeepers Association. If you are aware of any young beekeepers in Wales … Continue reading International Meeting of Young Beekeepers (IMYB) in Slovenia

WBKA 75th Anniversary Conference

A reminder that bookings for the 75th Anniversary  Conference close on June 10th, there are no entry tickets on the door. All tickets, including day tickets need to be pre-booked. The discounted ticket booking closes 31st May. Please see htt p://www.wbka.com/wbka-75th-anniversary/ for more details and the booking form. The ticket price includes lectures and workshops, no … Continue reading WBKA 75th Anniversary Conference

WBKA Convention – Saturday 24th March

Welsh Beekeepers’ Association Convention 2018 Saturday 24th March at 08.30 Tea and Coffee available from 0800 Old Food Hall, Royal Welsh Agricultural Showground Builth Wells, Powys, LD2 3SY Mynediad/Admission: Oedolion/Adults ­ £9.00, Leuenctid/Juniors (under 17) ­ am ddim / free admission Guest Speakers: Susie Hill Chairman of the Ulster Beekeepers Association 'Feeding -What, why and when' Dr Paul Cross 'Development of a miniature vibration energy harvester for battery­less tracking of honey bees Kirsty Stainton BDI sponsored lecture, Research into Antivirals against bee viruses “Beekeepers’ Question Time” ­ your chance to ask the experts…. Trade stands and exhibitions. Bargain beekeeping supplies. All day refreshments. Free Parking