Guarding Behaviour – by Dylan Gussman Meon Valley BKA Honeybees are remarkable not only for their cooperation in foraging and nest building, but also for their sophisticated strategies of colony defence. At the heart of this is nestmate recognition, a remarkable ability that enables bees to admit allies while repelling […]
Introduction to Queen Rearing by Philip Latham Trustee HBA and South West Hants BKA Philip began beekeeping on a whim 8 years ago. He is working his way through the BBKA modules and also passed the Microscopy section last year. As a Trustee of the HBA he represents the interests […]
Honey Tasting and Christmas Social led by Sue Howe Bring your own Honey and Mead for tasting and vote on your favourite, including a presentation on how to prepare your hive products for formal showing at the Hampshire and National Honey Shows.
