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I usually vaporise my colonies using oxalic acid about 3 times at this time of year and find it very effective. I have this year been persuaded to use API- Bioxal but having done one round of treatment note the warning on the pack that it should only be administered once? I am concerned this...

Just out walking the dogs, when I noticed a hill, where the bank had eroded to leave a sandy soil based piece of ground. I observed a large number of bees flying in the area, so sat and watched for a few minutes. Bees were coming and going into numerous holes in the soil of the bank and they...

I assume this little beauty found on the landing board of one of my hives is a European Hornet. I have checked on various sites on line and he/she does appear to fit the bill, but just wanted thoughts and comments.b Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I am sorry to raise this issue before most people have had their bucket and spade holiday, but my mind is turning to preparing for seasons end. I have always used Apistan at the end of season, then trickle treatment at Xmas as part of my varroa treatment. I have read a lot about using a...

Whilst out with my dogs, I was approached by a man who knows I keep bees asking if I would come and look/remove some bees that had made their home in a bird nesting box at his home. I asked the usual questions to ascertain whether or not they were honey bees which I was assured they were. You...

I have just received an e mail informing me that the U.S. parent company of ML UK has withdrawn financial support throwing the UK company into a state of confusion. ML say they will fulfil all orders and hope to be able to produce a business model to continue trading. I am sure fellow beekeepers...

The link below takes you to a piece of footage shot in America and is fascinating and brilliantly shot. I enjoyed it and hope others find it as interesting...

One of the joys of retirement is that you can stand and watch the garden and in particular your hives as the seasons come and go. I have two hives a National on a brood and a half and a 14x12. The National is in a sunnier spot in the garden whilst the 14 x12 is more protected by a summer house...

Here in sunny Kent the sun is now starting to gain a little warmth and hopefully, temperatures will continue to increase over the next few weeks. I am keen to this year get a good start in terms of both my hives and am keen to know the views of the forum on the benefits of pollen substitute and...