Would PBKA members please note that the first apiary meetings are this coming Sunday 15th April, commencing at 2pm. The 'Beginner's Meeting', is at the new training apiary and not Kethin's Farm as previously, (contact the Chairman Jeremy Percy, for details) and the 'Improver's Meeting', is at the Pembrokeshire Beekeeping Centre, at Scolton Manor. We … Continue reading Season’s First Apiary Meetings
Scolton Manor
Inspecting a hive at the Pembrokeshire Beekeeping Centre at Scolton Manor.
Stores shortage warning!
We continue to receive reports of shortages of food stores in hives. The queen will be laying in earnest now, so it is advised that you check your colonies have adequate stores by hefting and add supplements if required. With the forecast promising more cold weather next week, fondant is the best option rather than … Continue reading Stores shortage warning!
Beekeeping Auction
Note that the PBKA Auction this year is on Saturday 28th April at the Brithdir Building, Withybush Showground, Haverfordwest. Viewing commences at 11am and the auction starts at 1pm. All enquiries to the PBKA Chairman, Jeremy Percy on 07799 698 568.
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
