BeginnerBeekeeping Dr. Maggie Gill
Dr. Maggie Gill, a senior scientist at Defra, is one of the UK’s leading voices in pollinator health and sustainable agriculture. With a background in entomology and over a decade…
Britain’s Wild Honey Bees: Thriving Against the Odds
New research from the University of Sussex reveals that wild honey bee colonies are thriving in Britain’s countryside, sustained by veteran trees and natural selection.
Honey Bee Genetics: An Idiot’s Guide (For Smart Beekeepers)
Confused by bee genetics? This beginner-friendly guide breaks down the essentials of honey bee genetics and explains why working with your local, native bees is the smartest path to sustainable…
Norman Carreck
From his first hive at fifteen to his role as Science Director of the International Bee Research Association, Norman Carreck has devoted his life to honey bees. A respected researcher,…
Professor Grace McCormack
Professor Grace McCormack, Head of the School of Natural Sciences at the University of Galway, is one of Ireland’s leading voices in honey bee genetics and conservation. Her research reveals…
Dr. Dorian Pritchard
Dr. Dorian Pritchard - geneticist, author, and former SICAMM president - has spent over 40 years conserving and breeding near-native Apis mellifera mellifera. His work combines scientific rigour with practical…
Selwyn Runnett
Selwyn Runnett, a leading voice in sustainable beekeeping and conservation of the native dark bee (Apis mellifera mellifera), is the keynote speaker at our upcoming event. Based in rural Wales,…
OTS Queen Rearing – On The Spot Queen Rearing
The On-The-Spot (OTS) method offers a simple, graft-free way to rear queens - adapted here for British conditions. This sustainable approach empowers beekeepers to raise locally adapted, disease-resistant queens that…
Bee Bread (Perga): Nature’s Fermented Superfood from the Hive
Bee bread, also known as perga, is nature’s fermented masterpiece - a mix of pollen, honey, and enzymes transformed by bees into a powerhouse of nutrition. Rich in proteins, fatty…
Professor Mairi Knight
Professor Mairi Knight, Professor of Evolutionary Ecology at the University of Plymouth, explores the genetic and ecological forces that shape life on Earth. Her pioneering research bridges molecular science and…