"Honey bees were first brought into New Zealand in 1839 and 6% of all managed beehives are on public conservation land. One of DoCs recommendations in the review is to make some public conservation lands free of honey bees, even if they have a history of commercial bees. ..."
Read more here: Bee Culture
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.
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
