In this article, FDBKA Education Officer Alan Baxter explores how winter bees develop and how warmer autumns, changing pollen availability and extended brood rearing could affect colonies and Varroa levels.

Welcome to the new FDBKA website! Discover our refreshed online home, find out what's happening in the association, and see what's coming next as we continue to add new beekeeping information and resources.

Ever wondered what your bees think of you? Alan Baxter takes us inside the hive for a hilarious and thought-provoking imaginary interview with a bee who has rather strong opinions about her beekeeper!