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This is the page for the British Beekeepers' Association, a national charity supporting bees and beekeepers.

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Two new sightings of yellow-legged Asian hornets
Pluckley, Kent, Sighting - 08/06/2026
Whitfield, Dover, Kent, Nest - 13/06/2026

Details:
https://t.co/SwvbPAwJRL
https://t.co/Zp5dlv2JxT

[BBKA @britishbee]

Two new sightings of yellow-legged Asian hornets

Pluckley,Kent, Sighting - 08/06/2026

Whitfield, Dover, Kent, Nest - 13/06/2026

[BBKA @britishbee]

Please remember the BBKA Forum is available for a wide range of friendly chat and questions about beekeeping

https://t.co/JzyIfFGafL

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Please be aware that some beekeepers are reporting colonies low on stores and at risk of starvation.

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Honeybees blend a special “baby food” to give their larvae a balanced diet, with adult bees also able to regulate their feeding to avoid overconsuming certain nutrients, according to a study.

https://t.co/0vQdlYmZOg

[BBKA @britishbee]

The July 2026 edition of BBKA News is out soon.
Queens - Jane Medwell
Bee Guards – Prof. Giles Budge/Dr. Celia Costa
Healthy Bee Plan – Rebekah Clarkson
International Meeting of Young Beekeepers – Serena Watts
+ regulars, features, news, apiary tips, letters, puzzle & recipes

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A new study demonstrates that honeybees can evaluate the reliability of their own communication, actively adjusting the vigor of their "waggle dance" based on the truthfulness of the information they provide.

https://t.co/sEvodXBo6Q

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Non-native species week runs from 22nd- 28th June. Check for details here:

https://t.co/0Jd2AmUqhq

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The next in the BBKA's monthly series of Zoom talks is: ‘The Hive in July’ with Jack Silberrad, NBU Regional Bee Inspector, tonight, Tuesday 16th June at 7pm.
A Zoom link has been sent to associations for circulation to members

[BBKA @britishbee]

29 sightings of yellow-legged Asian hornets have been confirmed in England by 12.6.26.
2 new this week reported in Kent & East Sussex
Please remain vigilant and report all sightings using the Asian Hornet Watch app
Details:
https://t.co/Zp5dlv2JxT
https://t.co/SwvbPAwJRL

[BBKA @britishbee]

The Rules on the Quality and Labeling of Honey in the EU will come into force on 14 June 2026.

https://t.co/uBdCHnIiCp

[BBKA @britishbee]

29 sightings of yellow-legged Asian hornets have been confirmed in England by 12.6.26.
2 new this week reported in Kent & East Sussex
Please remain vigilant and report all sightings using the Asian Hornet Watch app
Details:
https://t.co/Zp5dlv2JxT
https://t.co/SwvbPAwJRL

[BBKA @britishbee]

Update 12.6.26

2 further credible reports of Yellow-Legged Hornet sightings
Folkestone, Kent - 8 June.
Robertsbridge, East Sussex - 9 June.

Earlier sighting Tunbridge Wells confirmed as a primary nest

[BBKA @britishbee]

Majorca had captured 22 Asian hornets and removed the first nest of 2026 as part of the new trapping and invasive species control campaign.
https://t.co/SbEbE8Ylu1

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The BBKA's microscopy assessment closing date is the 30th June.

To apply please request a link which is available from your local exam sec.

Assessments will be held on the weekend of the 26/27th September.

Contact [email protected] for venue information.

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Earlier this year Jane Medwell presented a BBKA webinar on methods of comb changes including Shook Swarm and Bailey Comb Change.

Jane is a Master Beekeeper, BBKA Examiner, trainer and Exam Secretary for Warwickshire BKA. She is also a BBKA Trustee.
https://t.co/s7dV5fTTTT

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Interested in beekeeping or looking for information about honey bees? Please visit the BBKA's website for a wide range of information.

https://t.co/invfaQULNO

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The BBKA Member Hub is now the main repository for beekeeping resources and training materials available exclusively for BBKA members only.
The Member Hub can be accessed by using this link: https://t.co/5wtWkbWCQP
Or
The home page of the BBKA website: https://t.co/invfaQULNO

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A new biopesticide to manage the bee-killing varroa mite has been developed.
Researchers say it could help battle growing resistance to varroa treatments in Australia.

https://t.co/zxCNdS3BAZ

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The National Bee Unit's BeeBase website contains valuable information on honey bee disease incidence.
Maps are available to illustrate outbreaks
Image shows AFB & EFB in 2026

https://t.co/TZgadxs43D
https://t.co/KyndFadOhB