Beekeepers should remain vigilant throughout the winter. The mild weather conditions may have caused some colonies to remain quite active and as a result, there may be a risk that colonies will be running low on food stocks. Read More
The BIBBA 50th Anniversary Conference combined with the SICAMM Biennial Conference – 26th – 28th September 2014 Read More
The Asian hornet is a large wasp which is poised to invade Britain. If it gains a foothold it will be bad for honey bees, native insects and pose a threat to human health. Read More
Beautifully filmed and directed by Oscar nominated Markus Imhoof, More Than Honey brings sharply into focus our current bee crisis and is released theatrically in key cities around the UK and Eire on 6th September 2013. Read More
“Bee Improvement for All” – A whole days learning how to improve your bees organised by the Bee Improvement and Bee Breeders Association (BIBBA) on a nationwide basis. Read More
Interested in Beekeeping? Members of The Vale & Downland Beekeepers Association will be at the Uffington White Horse Show this Bank Holiday weekend. Read More
BBC2 9pm 2nd August – A Horizon Special: Bill Turnbull, journalist and bee-keeper investigates what is killing our bees. Read More
Interested in Beekeeping? Members of The Vale & Downland Beekeepers Association will be at the Open Farm Sunday at Challow Hill Farm. Read More
If you are interested in beekeeping why not come along to meet some of our beekeepers at our Summr evening meetings. Read More
Interested in Beekeeping? Members of The Vale & Downland Beekeepers Association will be at the Old Berks Countryside Day! Read More
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