Concerned by the continuing threat of the invasive, non-native Yellow-legged Asian Hornet, the British Beekeepers’ Association has written to the The Rt Hon Emma Reynolds PC MP, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, requesting a government-led public awareness campaign and the continuation of the eradication phase of the incursion.
BBKA Letter to Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
All potential sightings should continue to be reported so experts can take quick and effective action. The best way is to use the ‘Asian Hornet Watch’ app where the home screen allows users to check similar species and report a sighting. A photo is requested as key to identification. Date and location are auto completed and brief comments…