Our Nosema clinic was well attended where members were shown how to prepare samples and examine them under a microscope to detect the presence of Nosema. High concentrations of Nosema will cause problems for our bees and appropriate action, such as a shook swarm, may be necessary.
Apiary – Public Consultation
As part of the planning application for our new apiary we ran a well attended public consultation to explain our plans. The evening was very well attended by local residents and included some honey tasting.
Theory Course for New Members
Our theory course for new members for fully subscribed. A crash course in honey bees in preparation for the coming season.
Nosema Clinic 2017
A nosema clinic was run by the Weybridge division. Members brought samples of their bees that were then inspected for the presence of nosema and advice given on how to deal with it. Below is a picture of a nosema sample taken on the night.
Surrey Beekeepers Meeting on Asian hornets
We hosted a meeting open to all members of the Surrey Beekeepers Association, on the topic of the Asian Hornet. The meeting was well attended. We are grateful to David Kemp, who came to talk to us and also to the BDI who sponsored the meeting. There will be write ups of the meeting the news letter but here is a first report from Richard Bradfield from the Reigate division. David kindly provided handouts on what beekeepers can do and on making your own hornet trap. Some pictures taken at the meeting are below.
Surrey Bee Day
Thank you to the organisers and to all who attended what was a very successful day. A write up will follow but here are some pictures.
Waitrose – Community Matters
A huge thank you to the team at the Weybridge branch of Waitrose for selecting us as one of their Community Matters charities, and to their customers for supporting us so enthusiastically. This helps us in supporting honey bees and beekeepers in the area.