Tuesday 21st January 2020
Mike Elliott
The Rose Hive.
Have you considered simplifying your equipment stocks by shifting to a single box size Brood/Supers… all the same size? The Rose system does just that, and comes with distinct management advantages too. Well, that’s what Mike has been saying for years. Come and hear the fine detail.
Tuesday 18th February 2020
Dr Shona Blair
Honey – A Sweet Solution Against Superbugs.
Dr Blair of Imperial College delivered one of the best lectures at the 2019 National Honey Show. Those of you who missed her then should surely grab this opportunity. The medicinal uses of honey will be discussed from a historical point of view through to its latest possibilities.
CANCELLED DUE TO CORONA VIRUS
Tuesday 17th March 2020
Sam Day
The Asian Hornet.
So, you have heard plenty about that hornet. No matter. Sam is KBKA’s Asian Hornet Action Team co-ordinator. She is spot on with the latest news, and has spent much time in Jersey last summer helping out with the fast developing situation there. CANCELLED DUE TO CORONA VIRUS
Tuesday 21st April 2020
David Rudland
The Many Uses of a Nuclear Hive.
Known to many of us as a former seasonal bee inspector, and now proprietor of East Surrey Bees, David has a huge well of experience. Many of us use nucs, but do we use them to their full potential? It’s a timely question.
Talks start at 7.30 pm
Venue: The Main Pavilion, Kent House Road Allotments, 91A Kent House Road (opposite Woodbastwick Road) Lower Sydenham, SE26 5LJ. If you use the post code on sat nav, beware, it can lead you up wrong side roads, away from the main entrance. Parking is available on Kent House Road and adjoining roads.
All are welcome, tea coffee and cake provided.