News from the BBKA - Journalists

Nearly 2 Billion Bees Go Missing

British Beekeepers' Association (BBKA) — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 14:04:48 UT

Hundreds of beekeepers march to Downing Street on 5th November calling for government action now.

Smokers in Whitehall

Tim Lovett — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 13:25:56 UT

Beekeepers demonstration and mass lobby @ Westminster 5th November 2008.

Ten Things to Do to help Honey Bees

Dr Ivor Davis, PhD — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 15:19:29 UT

Honey bees across the world under threat because of virulent viruses transferred by the varroa mite. Nearly all colonies in the wild have died out and without beekeepers to care for them honey bees could disappear in a few years.

Defra’s Bee Health Strategy

Tim Lovett — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 15:37:59 UT

The BBKA has made its official response under the Bee Health Strategy consultation.

Committed To Bee Health Research Campaign

Christine Gray — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 13:33:44 UT

Rowse Honey Ltd has today confirmed its commitment to invest £100,000 in honey bee health research over the next three years.

Bees Still Buzz at Lincolnshire Show

Steven Turner — Mon, 19 May 2008 11:55:03 UT

The Lincolnshire Beekeepers Association is back at the 124th Lincolnshire Show this June to demonstrate how bees are still an important part of agricultural life in the county despite the threat to colonies from Varroa mites.

Ten things to do to help honeybees

Dr Ivor Davis, PhD — Sat, 17 May 2008 09:36:47 UT

Honeybees are under threat worldwide because of virulent viruses against which they have no natural defences. Nearly all colonies in the wild have died out and without beekeepers to care for them, honeybees could disappear in a few years. Here's what you can do to help.

Making A Buzz at Westminster

British Beekeepers' Association (BBKA) — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 15:39:17 UT

Senior representatives of the British Beekeepers Association (BBKA) will meet MPs and members of the Lords to stress the importance of honey bees to the UK’s food supply.

Honey Bees at Risk!

Tim Lovett — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 16:02:24 UT

Bee diseases new and old are putting the honey bee and all its benefits in terms of pollination and to the environment as well as honey production at risk. Defra acknowledges the value of honey bees and that they are at risk but refuses to find the modest sum needed to research the problems. Bees need your help.

Response to launch of DEFRA’S Bee Health Strategy Consultation

British Beekeepers' Association (BBKA) — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 20:23:32 UT

The British Beekeepers’ Association (BBKA) welcomes the publication of DEFRA’s draft Bee Health Strategy consultation document, launched today by Lord Rooker at the Ormskirk Beekeepers Association’s apiary.

BBKA Press Release 010208

Christine Gray — Sat, 02 Feb 2008 18:55:00 UT

ALL ABOUT BEEKEEPING
Saturday 19 April 2008 9am-5pm
Stoneleigh-Park, Near Coventry, Warwickshire.

Journalists

Christine Gray — Wed, 26 Dec 2007 11:32:55 UT

Christine Gray, Press Officer, BBKA christine.m.grayNOSPAM@btinternet.com Tel: 01462 450707/07891 000207

BBKA Press Release 201207

Christine Gray — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 19:50:00 UT

DEFRA IGNORES THREATS AND REFUSES EXTRA FUNDING FOR BEE HEALTH RESEARCH –
NATION’S HONEY BEES COULD BE WIPED OUT IN 10 YEARS.

BBKA Press Release 141207

Christine Gray — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 19:15:00 UT

More beekeepers WANTED to keep britain’s bees healthy.
Disease Could Wipe Out Honey Bees in 10 Years.

BBKA Press Release 080707

Christine Gray — Sun, 08 Jul 2007 19:00:00 UT

British Beekeepers Commit to Partnership with Government and Industry.