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Test Foundation course

£185.00

The objective of the course is to provide a well rounded knowledge of keeping honeybees to get the beginner off to flying start. A beekeeper needs to be proactive since the bees have their own agenda and will carry on regardless.

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The objective of the course is to provide a well rounded knowledge of keeping honeybees to get the beginner off to flying start. A beekeeper needs to be proactive since the bees have their own agenda and will carry on regardless. Understanding how and why bees work will lead to a greater enjoyment of your honeybees.

The syllabus.

History of Honeybees
Biology of the Honeybee
Life cycle of the honeybee
Swarming - What it is and how to deal with it
Pest & diseases - Identification and remedial actions
Hives - Types, pros and cons
Colony assessment & hygiene
Bee keeping annual diary
Health, safety & PPE
Record keeping
Apiaries - site selection, risk assessment

The course also provides lists of reading material and providers of bee keeping sundries

Other Services
Supply your first bee hive.
Supply your first nucleus of bees

Access to a Facebook support group
Regular "Beer N Bees" peer support meetings

The course also provides lists of reading material and providers of bee keeping sundries
The price is inclusive of VAT

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