Pesticides put bees at risk, European watchdog confirms - Reuters

"LONDON (Reuters) - Wild bees and honeybees are put at risk by three pesticides from a group known as neonicotinoids, Europes food safety watchdog said on Wednesday, confirming previous concerns that prompted an EU-wide ban on use of the chemicals. ...."

Read more here: Reuters

and also:

Neonicotinoid risk to bees confirmed in new EFSA assessment -FarmingUK

Total ban on bee-harming pesticides likely after major new EU analysis - The Guardian

The Association's apiary in North Shropshire

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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.

Our Vision

visionWe encourage and develop
the art and science of bee keeping


visionWe strive to educate
Through group meetings, practical out apiary events and educational support 

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The North Shropshire Beekeepers' Association - to encourage and develop the art and science of bee keeping