Research

BBKA Funds available for University and Institute based Research projects and PhDs only

We consider wide ranging topics which have a benefit to bees and beekeeping. These might include bee behaviour, bee husbandry, pollination, forage or the environment. Please contact the Chair of the BBKA Research Committee, Pam Hunter [email protected]. Applications are received on a rolling basis for panel meetings throughout the year.

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Research - news and updates

Research updates throughout the year. Appeals from researchers and partner organisations bulletin Read more

Research funded in 2018

BBKA has funded four new projects in 2018 and these cover a wide range of types of work. Read more

Research funded in 2017

The BBKA gave it's research fund over to one major project in 2017 Read more

Latest

Congratulations to all those who passed their Basic Assessment in Beekeeping in 2019!

BBKA 2020 Spring Convention

This is the main information page for the BBKA Spring Convention 2020. It contains information about the trade show, accommodation, and workshops and lectures. The Spring Convention is the Beekeeping Event of the Year!

BBKA 2020 Spring Convention FAQ

The BBKA Spring Convention in 2020 will be 3rd – 5th April 2020. To find out more read these frequently asked questions.

BeeBase - NBU registration scheme

Why all beekeepers should join BeeBase - the National Bee Unit's registration scheme

Swarm removal

Beekeepers are often approached about winged, flying creatures, especially in the spring and summer period, when they are their most active simply working and are no cause for alarm. We can only help if they are honeybees.

Find beekeeping near you

Please scroll over our BBKA map to find branches and members who can help you on your way to becoming a beekeeper.

Courses and education

Our charity raises the standards of beekeeping through its exam structure

Log in information

Should I keep bees?

Keeping bees healthy and productive requires knowledge and skill. Beekeeping is made much easier by belonging to a local Beekeepers Association (BKA), where you should be given advice, tuition and support.

The Asian Hornet

If you suspect you have sighted an Asian Hornet please find more information here about what to do next!

Gardening for bees

We could all do more to plant our gardens for our hungry honeybees.

Honey

Honey bees are the only insect which makes food that is harvested by humans. Honey is hailed as and used by humans as a super-food because of its rich antibacterial properties, which has helped to boost the immune systems of those who take it in its raw form for thousands of years.

Asian Hornet Traps

News from the Government about the best traps to help catch and identify Asian Hornets over the coming season

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