Modernise the EU #beekeeping sector by sharing practices and innovation in sustainable beekeeping. Funded by @HorizonEU under GA 101059812.
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Apr 2
Planning to join the European Beekeeping Event? ๐
27โ29 Aug 2026, Lukovica ๐ธ๐ฎ
3 days of field demos, workshops & policy discussions across European beekeeping.
Registration now open:
๐ docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1Fโฆ
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Jun 12
Majorca had captured 22 Asian hornets and removed the first nest of 2026 as part of the new trapping and invasive species control campaign.
democrata.es/en/agriculture-โฆ
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Jun 9
We welcome Dr. Fani Hatjina to our event in Slovenia! ๐ธ๐ฎ๐
Expert in bee health & Chair of @apimondia Bee Health Commission, Dr. Hatjina bridges the gap between science & the apiary. Join her lecture on the ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ก๐!๐ฌ
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@FHatjina
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Jun 5
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Save the Date: June 19, 19:30 CEST
Join our livestream on solutions to current beekeeping challenges:
โข Tropilaelaps & Vespa velutina spread
โข Wild bee conservation
โข Climate change & honey bee health
โข B-THENET platform
๐Full schedule & access: bthenet.eu/event/save-the-daโฆ
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AI robotic beehives installed in Florida community claim 70% reduction in colony collapse threatening crops foxnews.com/science/ai-robotโฆ #FoxNews
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Jun 3
Throwback to our training in Graz! ๐ฆ๐น๐
Robert Brodschneider hosted 29 participants at the Steirische Imkerschule to discuss honey bee health and best practices. Great to see 11 young beekeepers joining the B-THENET network! ๐
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It's vital to take care in the removal of #honeybee swarms because the #honeycomb is a food source for the bees
Learn more at buzz-off.co.uk/live-honey-beโฆ
#wildlifemanagement #conservation
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Jun 1
Over the past 150 years, honey bees have become the cornerstone of US agriculture. Beekeepers now crisscross the country in semi-trucks to pollinate our crops, towing thousands of bee colonies from one blooming pasture to the next
lithub.com/how-bees-came-to-โฆ
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May 27
How do you choose the best colonies for queen rearing? ๐๐
Success starts with high-quality donor colonies. Learn how to select for strength, productivity, and gentleness, and discover the essential steps for successful grafting.
Explore the guide here: bthenet.eu/wp-content/uploadโฆ
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May 25
Are your colonies ready for winter? โ๏ธ
Join us for an October apiary inspection to assess bee health through sound, smell, and temper. Learn how to verify food stores and take samples for testing. ๐
Watch it here: ๐ฌ youtube.com/watch?v=xhP9wscYโฆ
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May 22
How can decades of research on Varroa mites provide experts and beekeepers with the tools they need to address the new challenge of Tropilaelaps?
entomologytoday.org/2026/05/โฆ
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May 21
๐ Day 2 of the Third International Forum for Action on Sustainable Beekeeping and Pollination
From addressing global issues in honey quality & trade ๐ฏ to expert discussions, case studies & key messages for action
๐Follow the webcast
bit.ly/4eKQbmy
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May 20
Happy World Bee Day! ๐โจ
Today we celebrate the bees and the community protecting them. B-THENET connects beekeepers & experts across Europe to share best practices for a sustainable future.
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May 19
#DYK | There are over 300 unique monofloral honey types worldwide. ๐ฏ๐
On #WorldBeeDay, discover why pollinators matter, and how you can take action to protect them.
๐ bit.ly/4tYJu4L
#SavetheBees
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May 17
๐ 5 benefits of sustainable beekeeping ๐
Bees are tiny but incredible #FoodHeroes.
#SaveTheBees
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May 18
Are you planning your apiary visits effectively? ๐
Optimising inspection times is key to minimising colony stress. Learn how to use external observations and specialised tools to assess your bees' health with fewer disturbances. ๐
Explore the steps here: bthenet.eu/wp-content/uploadโฆ
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May 14
Did you know bee welfare depends on more than just treating disease? ๐ค
A healthy colony relies on good hive placement, proper ventilation, and regular care throughout the season. Supporting bee wellbeing is the first step to a productive hive. ๐
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May 11
Is your colony running out of space? ๐
Learn how to evaluate the space your growing colony needs to support growth and prevent swarming. Timing is everything when adding supers! ๐
Watch it here: ๐ฌ youtu.be/0rM47OspC1U
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