Info NMBKA's Blog – May 2012 Archive (6)

Eclipse Observation- How will it affect the bees?

Member Gordon Thomasson has an interesting idea. He plans to video tape the entrance of his hives during the solar eclipse and share his observations on bee activity. If this sounds interesting to you, pull out the camera/ video recorder and record images of your hive as well. You can share…

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Added by Info NMBKA on May 16, 2012 at 9:00pm — No Comments

Can you spot yourself from last weekend's spring fling?

A big Buzzin' thanks to Gordon Thomasson for sharing his photos of the Ken Hays weekend. I personally enjoy the cupcake photo! I also see some brave souls without bee veils. …

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Added by Info NMBKA on May 16, 2012 at 8:49pm — No Comments

Ken Hays Annual Beekeeping Seminar Pics

Here are some more photos of last weekend's lecture, taken by Board Member Carl Soderberg. 

       

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Added by Info NMBKA on May 14, 2012 at 8:41am — No Comments

Nationwide Beekeeper Survey for Pesticide- Related Bee Kills

My name is Sandra Bustos, I am research assistant at Pesticide Research Institute and we are working with beekeepers from around the country to look at some of the effects of pesticides on beehive health. At the moment, we are looking at the immediate effects that pesticides may have on beehives, and are trying to understand if there are particular crops that pose higher risks for exposure. …

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Added by Info NMBKA on May 12, 2012 at 5:30am — No Comments

NMBKA Presents Author Michael Bush

The New Mexico Beekeepers Association is proud to present author Michael Bush for a day of lecture in Albuquerque on July 7th. Please go to our website at …

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Added by Info NMBKA on May 4, 2012 at 9:30pm — No Comments

Abq Beeks Yearly Survey

If you live in the Albuquerque area and haven't filled out the yearly survey put out by the Abq Beeks, now is your chance. You have until May 15th!

13 Questions About Beekeeping in Albuquerque

Added by Info NMBKA on May 1, 2012 at 7:47pm — No Comments

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The New Mexico Beekeepers Association is a non-profit organization of private beekeepers, commercial beekeepers, persons interested in promoting the importance of the honey bee in the environment, and businesses related to the honey industry. Representing all regions of New Mexico, the Association maintains a close affiliation with the State of New Mexico's Department of Agriculture. Membership in the Association is open to all interested persons.

 

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