Skep-making
If you fancy learning how to make skeps from straw, then Nick Mengham is running a day-course at KSRC in November. Places are limited, so sign up soon! http://canterburybeekeepers.org.uk/products-page/
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KSRC course shop is open
As of 14th Feb, the new Kent Beekeepers improver courses may be booked on-line using the site that recently appeared on CBKA webpages. You should see a button on the top ribbon, but just in case, it’s also here. Initially, just the March courses will be released for bookings, the first of which tackles the…
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Testing your beekeeping skills
A reminder that the application forms for 2012 assessments/examinations need to be sent to the KBKA education committee secretary, Angela Merritt, by 6th February, for exams in March. Postal address for forms: Mrs A. Merritt, 49 Townley Rd., Bexleyheath, Kent DA6 7HY. Angela wishes to point out that the box at the bottom of the…
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Beyond the Basic – Beekeeping for Improvers – updated
KBKA education committee are planning to enhance the availability of training for beekeepers in Kent. Attached are details of the “Improvers” course to be run at KSRC. The course on Sunday 4th March is now full, but there’s a second opportunity on Sunday 25th March. Just mark on the application form the new date: Beyond…
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SE region Honey Survey 2011
Alan Byham’s report on 2011 honey yields and prices can be found here. Average hive yield is 31 lb, down from 46lb in 2010. Alan is the SE Regional Bee Inspector, and part of the National Bee Unit (a dept of FERA).