Studies have shown that the chemicals cause immune suppression in honeybees, a decreased ability to navigate and forage successfully in both honeybees and bumblebees and, crucially, a loss of reproductive success in bumblebees.
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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
