Latest Webinars
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Latest Webinars
Artificial Insemination & Honeybee Breeding with Dr Susan Cobey
Wednesday 8th February 2023
We are delighted to be joined by the world renowned bee breeding and Artificial Insemination expert Dr Susan Cobey.
6:00 pm - 7:00 pmThe Sceptic’s Guide to Skep Beekeeping With Chris Park
Wednesday 11th January 2023
Join us for an ABC of skep beekeeping with Chris Park, avid skeppist and spearhead of acorn education.
7:00 pm - 8:00 pmRecognising and Addressing Queen Events with Prof Jamie Ellis
Wednesday 7th December 2022
Professor Jamie Ellis joined us for a fascinating discussion on bees, scientific research and a bit of bee humour. Jamie Ellis is the Gahan Endowed Professor of Entomology in the Department of Entomology and Nematology at the University of Florida. At the University, he has responsibilities in extension, instruction and research related to honey bees. Dr. Ellis and his team conduct research projects in the fields of honey bee husbandry, conservation and ecology, and integrated crop pollination. He created the University, South Florida and Caribbean Bee Colleges, and the University’s Master Beekeeper Program. As an instructor, Dr. Ellis supervises Ph.D. and Masters’ students. NB This webinar is only available to SBA Members via the Members page on our website
7:30 pm - 9:00 pmAncient Egyptian Beekeeping with Professor Gene Kritsky
Tuesday 1st November 2022
In a fascinating talk combining Prof Kritsky’s passion for bees and Egyptology, he will unravel the mysteries of ancient Egyptian beekeeping as he discusses his book ‘The Tears of Re’. Prof Kritsky is the dean of Behavioural and Natural Sciences and Professor of the Department of Biology at Mount St. Joseph University, Ohio. He received his Ph.D. and M.S. in Entomology from the University of Illinois, as well as a B.A. in Biology from Indiana University. Professor Kritsky serves as editor of American Entomologist and has published several books and more than 100 papers on insect evolution, beekeeping history, egyptology, and Charles Darwin.
7:30 pm - 9:00 pmBeekeeping on Colonsay with Andrew Abrahams
Wednesday 5th October 2022
An evening with Andrew Abrahams, where we shall learn more about beekeeping on the island of Colonsay. Colonsay is home to one of Europe’s few populations of pure Black Bees (Apis mellifera mellifera), the UK’s native honey bee.
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
