Honey bees have two stomachs - one stomach for eating and the other special stomach is for storing nectar collected from flowers or water so that they can carry it back to their hive, often called the honey stomach or crop.
The Association's apiary in North Shropshire
The Association maintains an apiary at an organic farm in North Shropshire. We hold regular meetings at the apiary during the summer, where members old and new can gain experience in handling bees.
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Our Vision
We encourage and develop
the art and science of bee keeping
We strive to educate
Through group meetings, practical out apiary events and educational support