Chair Report December 2024 

The AHBIC team has provided continuous work for our wonderful industry over the last year and we will be taking a short break as we head into the festive season.

A member body and an executive meeting plus a Congress subcommittee meeting have recently taken place.

In today’s environment holding a Congress is very expensive and without full industry support, will place financial pressure on AHBIC. To manage the financial risks the Congress subcommittee have mapped key milestone dates which will allow us to monitor industry support and react with a stop/go date for late 2025. The AHBIC executive and AHBIC team are very aware of the financial pressure a lot of beekeeping businesses are currently under. We are also aware of the importance of showcasing the latest research and the practicalities of living with varroa in an Australian environment.

If you know of anyone (local or international) who may be a great speaker for Congress in 2026 please inform myself or the CEO.

Please take time out and enjoy the festive season with family and friends. If you are on the road be patient and drive safely.

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Fabulous New Year.

Stephen Targett

Chair