Why Are Honey Bees Imported into the UK – and What Are the Risks?
BeginnerBeekeeping Honey bee imports to the UK have more than quadrupled in the past two decades. This article explores why beekeepers import so many queens, the countries they come from, and…
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Why Every Sustainable Beekeeper Should Read The Principles of Bee Improvement by Jo Widdicombe
In The Principles of Bee Improvement, Jo Widdicombe offers a practical, sustainable approach to breeding gentle, productive honey bees from local stock. Instead of relying on imported queens, Jo guides…