The new official Twitter account for the Richmond and District Beekeeping Association.....thatโs the proper Richmond in N.Yorkshire! ๐
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Making the most of the fine weather with new beekeepers joining us on the RDBKA weekend taster course at Foxglove Covert! Our โshop windowโ: a bit of theory with lots of hands-on experience. Nothing better than this for fighting the blues; although not quite for this drone! ๐๐
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And itโs only the beginning of May! The RDBKA Teaching Apiary might need some weightlifters not beekeepers; and the OSR is still in full bloom if the forecasted cooler weather doesnโt keep them in ๐๐๐
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Places for the RDBKAโs popular Introduction to Beekeeping Weekend on 30/31 May at Foxglove Covert, Catterick, are going fast! An ideal taster for those contemplating beekeeping: some theory and plenty of hands-on practice. See website for details richmondbeekeepers.co.uk.
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Richmond & District Beekeeping Association retweeted
Interesting programme on honey and Honey fraud on The Food Programme this week. bbc.co.uk/programmes/m002qh1โฆ
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About 1/2 way through RDBKAโs first ever 10-session Proficient Course. This is the top tier of the 4 courses run by RDBKA. 9 experienced Members of the Association enrolled; focusing on pests, diseases & elements of bee behaviour. A chance to get the microscope out too ๐๐ ๐
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RDBKA welcomes 17 potential/new beekeepers to its popular annual 2-day beekeeping taster weekend at Foxglove Covert, Catterick. Some theory followed by plenty of hands-on practice! A fantastic introduction to the art of beekeeping; they all appear to have what it takes! ๐๐๐๐
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RDBKAโs very popular annual, weekend beekeeping taster course is being held on 31 May-1 June at Foxglove Covert, Catterick. Theory mixed with hands-on practical experience. We only have a few places left; if you want to test whether beekeeping is for you, apply via our website.๐
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Richmond & District Beekeeping Association retweeted
10 Apr 2025
Over 30% of honey on store shelves is adulterated - cut with sugar syrups, hidden additives, or even fake altogether.
Real honey is made by bees, not labs. Support local beekeepers, read labels, and look for raw, unfiltered options.
ALT Photo of jar of honey
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Richmond & District Beekeeping Association retweeted
1 Apr 2025
BBKA/COLOSS Winter Survival Survey
The BBKA wants understand how winter losses in 2024/25 compare to previous years, & we need your help.
Please take a few mins to complete this short, anonymous questionnaire which will be open until Fri 16 May 2025.
bee-survey.com/index.php/875โฆ
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Richmond & District Beekeeping Association retweeted
23 Feb 2025
Please consider downloading the Asian Hornet Watch app.
This simple app allows you to check ID of similar insects and report sightings
Always send insect photo with any report
Investigation following reports lead to vital nest destructions
QR codes:
Left - Apple
Right - Android
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Richmond & District Beekeeping Association retweeted
21 Feb 2025
This weekend sees temperatures reach 12C for several days.
This can be a trigger for yellow-legged Asian hornet queens to emerge from hibernation.
Please remain vigilant near nest site from 2024, which were mainly in Kent, E & W Sussex and Hampshire
Illustration Sarah Bunker
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Richmond & District Beekeeping Association retweeted
I'm familiar enough with islam to know that if the circumstances don't allow for it, muslims can pray quietly in their hearts.
This is not mandated or necessary. It's simply intimidation of other passengers.
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Richmond & District Beekeeping Association retweeted
2 Nov 2024
This NBU leaflet describes the Small hive beetle (SHB), a potential threat to European and UK beekeeping. In 2014 SHB was confirmed in Italy.
All beekeepers need to be aware of the beetleโs lifecycle and how it can be recognised and controlled.
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The RDBKA Honey Show 2024. Many thanks to our guest judge Tony Jefferson, who travelled all the way from Whitby to adjudicate, and โWell doneโ to the Winners, 2nds, 3rds, organisers and all the participants for taking part this year! Some very high quality exhibits ๐๐๐๐๐ฏ๐ฏ๐
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The culmination of the 2024 honey season: the RDBKA Honey Show held tonight at the Richmond Golf Club! Hoping for a good turnout and some top class exhibits! The very best of luck to all taking part, and a big โthank youโ for supporting the RDBKA for another year! ๐๐ ๐
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Richmond & District Beekeeping Association retweeted
25 Sep 2024
18 nests now found in 2024
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Last orders for the RDBKA Beginnersโ Course 24/25. 10 x 2hr sessions, every other week, from Nov to April, plus practical sessions. Please see website for details - richmondbeekeepers.co.uk. Places are strictly limited so please get applications in asp. ๐๐๐
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RDBKA Basic Tests 2024 begin in earnest! A further 9 candidates being put through their beekeeping paces. Not press-ganged exactly, but we are keen to raise the beekeeping practices in the BKA and within the wider area; the Basic Certificate marks the beginning of the journey! ๐
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Thank you to all those who supported RDBKAโs annual bee experience weekend at the fantastic Foxglove Nature Reserve in Catterick Garrison! A great opportunity to showcase the intricacies of beekeeping! Exceptional weather, well-behaved bees and maybe 14 new beekeepers! ๐๐๐๐
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RDBKA is now taking bookings for its popular weekend โbeekeeping experienceโ at Foxglove Covert on 1/2 June. Some theory and plenty of hands-on experience. Places are very limited, so please book early. See website for details: richmondbeekeepers.co.uk ๐๐๐
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