COVID-19 – Petersfield and District Beekeepers Association

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Asian Hornet Week 2021 August 3, 2021
Asian Hornet Week 2021 6-10 September We are asking everyone to be vigilant in looking out for this alien species, the Asian Hornet, Vespa velutina. This hornet could decimate our pollinators including our honey bees, it is important to have everyone actively looking for it. Follow the BBKA on social media and share the Asian […]
Apiary and Education July 26, 2021
Help BBKA raise funds for our new schools learning Apiary which will be a live resource for learning about the environment and pollinators YouTube Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AVWzifzgfRE Filmed by fridaysky : www.fridaysky.co.uk Our offices in Stoneleigh provide the perfect location for our new visitor centre as we are in the heart of England and can […]
Starvation & Foulbrood Warning July 19, 2021
Friday 9 April 2021 The BBKA is issuing a warning to beekeepers to check their bees for starvation and European Foulbrood during this cold snap. Emergency feeding may be needed. It would be advisable to check the food levels by opening the hive and making a very quick observation of their store levels. It is […]
Defra Survey about training for beekeepers and bee farmers July 19, 2021
Friday 9 April 2021 Defra and the Welsh Government are asking beekeepers and bee farmers to do a survey about training that can help them implement effective biosecurity and maintain good standards of husbandry. How can training and information sources for beekeepers and bee farmers be improved? Have your say by taking a survey. Defra and […]