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sampling varroa, sugar shake etc

We need to treat for varroa but if you want to sample your colonies to see the level of infestation check out our page on the various methods that can be used. The Sugar shake video is worth a view.

Posted in General Information, Resources, Useful Information

COLOSS 2014 Survey on Colony losses

Colony losses are a serious problem facing beekeepers as indicated by the high losses (37%) experienced by Irish beekeepers last year. Although this season, the situation looks more positive, it is still important to quantify the losses and identify the

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Swarm Collection

Swarm collection services in the Cork Area. Honeybees swarm typically from May to July in Ireland, but as beekeepers will tell you there’s nothing typical with Bees so you may see them at other times. Is it a swarm of

Posted in CCBKA, General Information