by BeeQueen | Sep 30, 2016 | News
Join PWRBA for this special event with Dr. Meghan Milbrath talking about colony loss over winter and managing mites. We have rented the gymnasium so there is plenty of room for guests. She recently has written a series of articles on why bees die over winter in the...
by BeeQueen | Sep 13, 2016 | News
Comments needed on Virginia’s DRAFT Plan to Mitigate Pesticide Risk to Managed Pollinators. In June of 2014, federal departments and agencies were tasked with taking new steps to reverse pollinator losses and help restore pollinator populations. To accomplish this...
by BeeQueen | Sep 2, 2016 | News
Volunteers needed for two wonderful events. The Western Prince William Farm Tour- Held Saturday September 24th from 10-4 and Sunday September 25th from 12-4 at Yankey Farms in Nokesville off of Vint Hill Road. Farm Field Days for Elementary School Children help...
by BeeQueen | Aug 29, 2016 | News
Join Prince William Regional Beekeepers Association for the next club meeting Tuesday, September 13th at 7 pm at the Manassas Church of the Brethren. Regular business as well as guest presentation featuring John Klepperich of Sweet Sophia on hive products such as...
by BeeQueen | Aug 28, 2016 | News
Thanks to everyone who entered the honey show, which included new classes in candles and display frame this year. A special congratulations to our ribbon winners. 830- Bees Wax Block 2nd- George Wilson 831- Chunk Honey 1st- George Wilson 832- Comb Honey 1st- George...
by BeeQueen | Aug 2, 2016 | News
A new downloadable varroa guide is available from Veto Pharma. The percentage of infestation to treatment seems a bit on the low side (others suggest treat at a 1-3% infestation) but still a very helpful reference and explanation...
