Insights from Professor Giles Budge, Newcastle University As the beekeeping community grows more aware of Chronic Bee Paralysis Virus (CBPV), this disease has become an increasing concern for both amateur and professional beekeepers across the UK. Thanks to the valuable research led by Professor Giles Budge and his team at…
Varroa Destructor: What Every UK Beekeeper Needs to Know
Understanding the Threat and Taking Action to Protect Our Bees Varroa destructor — a name that sends a chill through every beekeeper’s spine. This tiny, reddish-brown mite has become one of the most serious threats to honey bee colonies in England, Scotland, and Wales. Since its arrival in the UK…
European Foulbrood (EFB)
Understanding the disease, its spread, and how to protect your bees Based on the YouTube video By Colin Pavey When it comes to brood diseases, European Foulbrood (EFB) is one that no beekeeper can afford to ignore. A serious and notifiable disease, EFB can quietly take hold in your hives…