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Swarming Season & How to Collect Swarms

May 28, 2022

Hello Beekepers! Hello all and hoping both you and your bees are keeping well. Word is probably out that you’re keeping bees, so be prepared for the phone calls. “There are bees flying around the eaves of my home and we’re afraid to go out. Could you help?” It’s totally up to you whether you oblige. I’ve travelled sometimes to …

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Tags beekeeping, beginner beekeepers, nucs, swarm collection, swarming, swarms

The Busy Month of May

May 8, 2022

Hello Beekepers! Hello all and apologies for the delay in posting this. May is such a busy month both in the garden and the apiary. I’m tempted – very tempted – to mow the lawn. However, on inspection, the grass is full of flowers – some may refer to them as weeds! I’ll mow later! Of all the months in …

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Tags beekeeping, beginner beekeepers, getting bees, nucs, spring, swarm control, swarming, transporting bees

Easter Greetings & Advice on Sourcing Bees

November 21, 2021April 4, 2021

Beannachtaí na Cásca a ghuí ar duine.Happy Easter to you all. Our course is coming to an end and maybe some of you are thinking of getting bees. Should you decide that beekeeping is for you, I hope that the following points may be of some help. What breed of bee should you order? Most beekeepers keep the Native Irish …

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Tags beekeeping, honey recipes, native irish honey bee, nucs, spring, transporting bees

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About FABKA

Fastnet Area Beekeepers Association (FABKA) is based in Skibbereen on the beautiful Mizen peninsula in West Cork. We’re always delighted to welcome new members, whether you’re an experienced beekeeper or a complete beginner! FABKA is completely non-profit and all fees go right back into the association.

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  • Spring Cleaning for Beekeepers February 5, 2023
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  • Getting the Best From Your Bees November 1, 2022
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