New discoveries about the ‘language’ of Queen bees.
Swarms
This is the time of year when bees swarm. Swarms are not usually dangerous but should only be approached or moved by people who know what they’re doing. Each year WBKA provides a free swarm collection service and following advice from DEFRA, during the Coronavirus epidemic, WE ARE STILL ABLE TO COLLECT SWARMS in 2020, but must observe social distancing restrictions and will not be prepared to enter homes.
For more information please see the swarms page.
Site Upgrade
The new WBKA web site was launched today. Hopefully it’ll be easier to use on mobiles and tablets.
Everything should be working properly, but please let me know if you come across any broken links or other problems.
Similarly if you’d like to contribute any content, such as photos or links to useful sites or videos please let me know via the contacts page.
Laurence
John Vendy
Many thanks to John Vendy for an inspiring and entertaining talk last night and for taking the time to answer all the questions which came up during and after his presentation.
You can download the hive plans John uses here.
Amazing Photographs of Wild Honeybees
Unprecedented images from National Geographic show how the insects cook invaders alive, stay warm or cool, and socialize.
Event: John Vendy – Top Bar Hives
Our first event of the year is on March 10 at 7:30 pm at Clark Foley Centre (Jack Lofthouse Annex), Ilkley.
John Vendy will be talking about Top Bar Hives and Natural Beekeeping.
Hives in the snow
Overnight we had the first snow of the winter.
Has Varroa Lost it’s Sting?
Wild colonies are living with varroa, perhaps it’s time for managed colonies to do the same..?
BBKA Module Study Days
The YBKA program for 2019 BBKA Module study days is now live on the YBKA website. Online booking is now open, but places are limited.
Nosema day cancelled
Unfortunately, due to illness, today’s Nosema day has been cancelled.