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CEO Report September 2026 The last two months have seen AHBIC taking the pressures facing beekeepers directly to government, while continuing the practical work on treatment access, pollination and the… Read More
Article by Alan Dorin Monash University, September 2026. To achieve premium prices for Australian honey, we need it to become a trusted global brand. Our native flora, extensive forests… Read More
Seasonal Outlook With spring just around the corner and pollination season well underway, its go time for beekeepers. My understanding is that most of the county has received decent rainfall… Read More
2026 – 2031 The AgriFutures Honey Bee & Pollination Program invests in research, development and extension (RD&E) that improves the productivity, sustainability and profitability of the Australian beekeeping industry and… Read More
Spring build-up…or hidden trouble? Article by Shannon Holt, Bee Biosecurity Officer DPIRD WA Spring is one of the busiest times in the apiary. Colonies are expanding rapidly, brood nests are growing and management activities are… Read More
The 2026 Australian Colony Loss Survey is back! The Australian Colony Loss Survey established in 2025, provides empirical data to support Australian beekeepers to make informed business decisions, particularly regarding… Read More
Article by Rod Bourke, Bee Biosecurity Officer, NSWDPIRD, for the Amateur Beekeepers Association, shared with permission. The Australian Honey Bee Industry Biosecurity Code of Practice (the Code) was developed… Read More
CEO Report July 2026 Over the last couple of months, AHBIC has been attending the state conferences, culminating in Tasmania followed by the AHBIC AGM. All state conferences have been… Read More
Australia’s beekeeping industry plays a vital role in agriculture, food production and regional communities. Many beekeepers are currently facing ongoing challenges, including the impact of varroa mite, rising operational costs, biosecurity concerns and seasonal pressures. … Read More
