Small Hive Beetle (SHB) was confirmed present in Hawaii on April 27th 2010 . The European Commission is reviewing the derogation granted to the State of Hawaii to allow exports of queen bees to the EU. Whilst the apiary investigations are being completed in Hawaii we urge caution to all importers of queens. If you … Continue reading Small Hive Beetle Arrives in Hawaii
Protected: Newsletter April 2010
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High Levels of Miticides and Agrochemicals in North American Apiaries: Implications for Honey Bee Health
This report produced as part of the US investigation of Colony Collapse Disorder identifies that multiple pesticicides including fungicides exist in wax and pollen. Pollen being especially significant because it is brood food. The discussion raises concerns about the potential interaction of several pesticides in the same colony. Also mentioned is that miticide residues in … Continue reading High Levels of Miticides and Agrochemicals in North American Apiaries: Implications for Honey Bee Health
Spring feeding
The signs of spring are appearing and the bees are now finding a few days when the temperature is high enough for them to make cleansing and foraging flights. There is some pollen about but not much nectar. If they have survived so far, check that they have enough stores to finish the winter. A … Continue reading Spring feeding
Vanishing of the Bees – see the film
'The 'Vanishing of the Bees' will be shown at the National Trust Stackpole Centre on Wednesday Feb 17th 7.30pm (running time 96 minutes) Free Entry. More info: Mike May 01646 661618. In the UK around one fifth of honeybee hives were lost in the winter of 2008/09. Bees pollinate a third of the food we … Continue reading Vanishing of the Bees – see the film
