Swarming Why bees swarm. Swarm prevention and control including a demonstration of an artificial swarm. When it goes wrong! – catching and hiving a swarm. The nucleus hive and it’s uses. Uniting colonies – how, […]
Spring Awakening Five things to look for when opening a hive. Reading the combs. Looking at scenarios – group exercise. Varroa and Adult Bee Diseases An overview of adult bee diseases including Varroa, Nosema, and […]
Beekeeping Equipment The Hive, different hive types, hive parts, bee space, frame spacing, and hive stands. Apiary sites, where to site and orientate your hive, avoiding drifting, moving bees. Practical session in making a frame […]
Life-cycle of Honey Bees The development of honey bees through all stages from egg through to hatched bee. The division of labour and the roles of bees within the colony. The Beekeeping Year – month […]
Introduction to Beekeeping Courses for 2018 The Luton course starts indoors on Sunday mornings from 18th February to 25th March at the Discovery Centre, Stockwood Park from 10.30am til 12.30pm. Then continues every Sunday morning […]
Learn why bees swarm and what the beekeeper can do to control their bees. Including: finding the queen, the artificial swarm, what to do if it goes wrong and other tips on raising queens. Please […]
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