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, 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 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…
The native dark honeybee, Apis mellifera mellifera, once thrived across Britain - but decades of imports have blurred its genetic identity. Now, PhD researcher Victoria Buswell at the University of…
Dr Victoria G. Buswell is an ecological bioinformatician whose pioneering research explores the genomic identity of the dark European honey bee (Apis mellifera mellifera). Using high-performance computing and molecular data,…
If there’s a figure who embodies both deep experience and relentless commitment in the Irish beekeeping community, it’s Colm O’Neill. Over half a century in the apiary has shaped him…
Want to grow your bee colonies without breaking the bank? Discover how to create a powerful two-frame nuc using just one frame of brood and one frame of food. Our…
Moving bees can be daunting for beginners, but with the right steps it’s easy. This guide explains how to safely relocate colonies or nucs, including the 3 feet or 3…
Tensions are rising between hobbyist associations and commercial beekeepers as questions of fairness, pricing, and competition come to the surface. Are beekeeping associations unintentionally undercutting professionals - or simply supporting…
Raw honey is more than a buzzword - it’s honey as nature intended. Learn what “raw” really means, how it’s often misunderstood, and why knowing your beekeeper matters.
Richard Senior