by ChairEGBKA | Apr 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
Here are the BBKA’s five easy steps everyone can take to help pollinators: Plant more flowers, trees and shrubs Let your garden grow a little wild Cut your grass less often Avoid disturbing insect nests and hibernation spots Think carefully before using pesticides...
by ChairEGBKA | Apr 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
This spiced honey‑butter popcorn takes only about 30 minutes to prepare, and you’ll have a sweet snack ready with very little effort. The turmeric gives the popcorn a gorgeous golden coating and adds a subtle, almost imperceptible savoury note. For a...
by ChairEGBKA | Mar 25, 2026 | Uncategorized
The British Beekeepers’ Association (BBKA), in collaboration with the GB Non-Native Species Secretariat (NNSS), is currently developing a new, FREE, fully resourced educational project designed to support schools in exploring pollinators, biodiversity, and invasive...
by ChairEGBKA | Mar 5, 2026 | Uncategorized
Early spring is when many of the branches affiliated to the British Beekeepers Association (BBKA) start to run beginner’s courses for new beekeepers looking to take their first steps. If you are interested in taking up the fascinating hobby of beekeeping you will no...
by ChairEGBKA | Mar 4, 2026 | Uncategorized
With the last of this season’s sprouts, make this delicious roasted garlic and honey dressed slaw. Roast a whole head of garlic for about an hour until the cloves are soft and a medium brown – a longer roast will give the dressing a deeper, more caramel flavour. Once...
by ChairEGBKA | Feb 18, 2026 | Uncategorized
Concerned by the continuing threat of the invasive, non-native Yellow-legged Asian Hornet the British Beekeepers’ Association is urging everyone to stay alert, get informed and be ready to report any sightings. This time of year can start to see the emergence of...
