AHBIC Industry Update 20 – Q&A – 271 days of response
20 March 2023Varroa Response Update Q&A Q: Why are we still finding so many IP’s The latest detections are as a result of the ongoing purple zone surveillance by the New South Wale… Read More
AHBIC Industry Update 20 – Q&A – 271 days of response
Eyes in the Apiary
21 March 2023From Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD), 2021. Beekeepers are reminded to check their apiaries to ensure they are compliant with legislation and the Australian Honey Bee Industry… Read More
Important Industry Information
14 March 2023Permits Permits are not the same as the movement declarations. PURPLE zone hive movements must only occur after you receive an approved DPI permit. A PERMIT is required for any… Read More
AHBIC Industry Update 19 – 265 days of response
14 March 2023Varroa Response Update 9 New Detections There have been 9 new infested premises confirmed from NSW DPI Surveillance through laboratory diagnostics. This brings the total Infested Premises to 131. These… Read More
Casual DPI Positions Expression of Interest
3 March 2023Casual Surveillance Officers The Varroa Response is looking for beekeepers to assist in a number of casual roles primarily based out of Tocal in the Hunter, but potentially also from… Read More
Record keeping in beekeeping
27 February 2023Beekeeping is an exciting and rewarding hobby or business, that requires a significant amount of time and effort. As a beekeeper, it is essential to keep accurate records of your… Read More
Wild European Honey Bee Management Program
16 March 2023Achieving the eradication of Varroa mite is vitally important for maintaining Australia’s honey bee industry. As an important component of the eradication of Varroa mite, it is necessary for NSW… Read More
CEO Update February 2023
27 February 2023February has been another busy month for AHBIC. The Varroa response continues to dominate our activities. Despite this we have been able to progress the establishment of the imported honey… Read More
Victoria Interstate Permits
28 April 2023Image: Agriculture Victoria conducting surveillance on sentinel hives along NSW border. Victorian Permits Following extensive tracing and surveillance activities by NSW DPI, the consultative committee for… Read More
Chair Report – February 2023
27 February 2023Welcome to Bianca Giggins, our Varroa Coordinator. Bianca has been busy learning AHBIC processes and systems and is now heavily involved in the varroa response. You can thank Bianca for… Read More