Join BIBBA the Bee Improvement and Bee Breeding Association
Get involved in bee breeding. Like all other forms of life bees can be improved by selective breeding. BIBBA encourages beekeepers to work together in breeding groups. Much has been achieved but more could be done by beekeepers working together. Subs are £20 per annum and the Bee Improvement magazine is included in the subscription fee. Write to the Membership Secretary David Allen, 75 Newhall Road, Doncaster. DN3 1QQ, United Kingdom. Tel 01302 8858 1350 Website.
By
Chris Deaves Chairman of Education and Husbandry, British Beekeepers' Association
Published Jun 2, 2008
The Sting Allergy survey is now closed. Many thanks to all those who contributed, further information will be published in BBKA News as it becomes available.
Healthy Bees Plan Quarterly Newsletter published by Fera (Issue 2 - January 2010) for all those interested in honey bee health.
Beekeeping Surveys Final chance to take part in the Defra commissioned study of beekeeping practices.
National Honey Show 2010 The National Honey Show will be held at St George's College, Weybridge again in 2010.
BBKA Library Sale Update The BBKA Library auction catalogue, with Terms and Conditions is now available from the Members' Area.
Beekeeping in Schools If you involved or approached by a school regarding a 'serious' beekeeping proposal (e.g. where bees may be kept on the premises) you should make sure that the school is aware of the guidance published by CLEAPSS as part of the planning process.
