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

WBKA articles reminder!

Just to remind everyone that the closing date for articles for the Summer edition of the Welsh Beekeeper magazine is this coming Friday 30th April.  Also Friday is last opportunity to send entries for for the summer photo competition (see Spring edition for details).  Please send articles, letters and photos to editor@wbka.com.

AFB warning

Just a seasonal reminder for beekeepers concerning American Foul Brood (AFB). We have been advised to direct you to the National Bee Unit (NBU) factsheet 'Apiary Hygiene and Quarantine', plus ‘Foulbrood Disease of Honey Bees and other common brood disorders’. These are available on Beebase at: http://www.nationalbeeunit.com/index.cfm?pageid=167 All beekeepers have a duty to keep healthy, disease … Continue reading AFB warning