The Amateur Beekeeper - February/March 2022

The Amateur Beekeeper - February/March 2022

In this issue:

  • President’s letter

  • ABA AGM details

  • Name change: Results of our two recent member surveys

  • Name change: the proposal, plus FAQs answered

  • How to remedy a hive with laying workers

  • Slum gum

  • Safety warning for asbestos in bee smokers

  • Safest and best ways to launder your bee suit

  • ABA shop. Visit our online shop for great value beekeeping essentials

  • Toad at the hive: be a snitch

  • Native bees: getting ready for an exciting future

  • Exhibiting honey and apiary products: secrets to success

  • Learn from home: it’s never been easier or more entertaining

  • Executive committee: contact us

The Amateur Beekeeper - December/January 2022

The Amateur Beekeeper - December/January 2022

In this issue:

  • President’s letter

  • EXTRA MEMBERSHIP BENEFIT: Personal accident insurance

  • Insurance FAQs and links

  • Buzzworthy trivia quiz

  • Wax bloom explained, plus tips for rendering wax

  • How to stop your bees becoming a nuisance to others

  • Bees and blooms: how foragers know to look for flowers

  • Bee gold: science is unlocking the benefits bees get from honey

  • Club grants: how different beekeeping groups are using ABA grants

  • Spotlight on . . . Hastings Valley

  • Two simple recipes with special honey flavour

  • Honey hacks: cooking tips and a summer cocktail

  • Learn from home.

  • Contact us