There are now only a few places left for the one-day beekeeping course on Saturday 10th March 2018 at the Picton Centre, Haverfordwest. These courses have been very popular and given many potential beekeepers the confidence to proceed to practical lessons with Pembrokeshire Beekeepers’ Association. So if you are interested, please get in touch asap and email: pauleades@btinternet.com for … Continue reading Beginners Beekeeping Course – Nearly full!
Stores shortage warning
In some areas beekeepers have reported shortages of food stores in their hives. It is advised therefore that you check your colonies have adequate stores by hefting and add supplements if required. With the weather being cold, fondant is the best option rather than liquid feed. This is also a good time to check for … Continue reading Stores shortage warning
PBKA Membership renewals
Just to remind you that membership renewal is now overdue. It is important to note that your BDI comes into force 40 days after payment so if you haven't yet renewed and to ensure continuity of cover as well as access to PBKA activities, please complete and return the 2018-pbka-membership-form as soon as possible.
Good news!
Following our recent post about the loss of the beginners' training apiary at Kethins, we are pleased to report that a potential new site has now been found. Many thanks to all of you who kindly made suggestions or offered accomodation and we will post further details on this and the next working party soon!
New Apiary required – urgently!
As members will know, the Beginners training has been carried out at Kethins Farm, Haverfordwest for many years. Unfortunately, the owner has decided to renovate the farm buildings to be more commercial in nature and has asked the PBKA to vacate the place as soon as possible. This is a big blow and we now … Continue reading New Apiary required – urgently!
