Our mission is to help the small scale beekeeper,and their bees by establishing an open network of communication and education between Florida's smaller scale beekeepers . Input from smaller scale beekeepers across this state is necessary; and your input... moreOur mission is to help the small scale beekeeper,and their bees by establishing an open network of communication and education between Florida's smaller scale beekeepers . Input from smaller scale beekeepers across this state is necessary; and your input will help provide our leaders with the information necessary to make informed decisions with regards to beekeepers, bees and our environment.
Al Salopek
Quick update:
Two tankers made there way to Mariana and Bristol yesterday.
Today one is going to Wewa
Tomorrow one is going to Chipley, another to Bristol.
Pollen is coming, and dry sugar.
We are starting to get offers of Beekeeping supplies and will work to find out what folks need. Elmore has folks his way that needed veils, hive tools, and smokers, and he is taken care of.
Please share our FSBA FB posts and Go Fund Me link, the News Release from IFAS with your local association leaders and let them know what we are doing and how they can help.
Jamie Ellis has the idea local associations could have a “challenge” to collect funds to pay for “a tote” of syrup. (Approx $600)
Feed additive can help with prevention of fermentation, if anyone has a lead on talking to one of the MFR’s or distributors. Mann Lake and Dadant are already helping I would try another.
All this has kept the recap of the conference from happening but sooner than later I’d like an email to go to all attendees, sponsors, etc. from all of us, thanking them for coming.
Thanks all,
Jennifer Holmes
Hani Honey Company
772-214-5165
Florida State Beekeepers Association
Participants: Alecia Folsom, Susan, Kevin Easton
Kevin: Cecilia will try to join call. I've been forwarding group email to her.
Susan: Did Kevin Email Richard McCur?
Kevin: will contact.Posted Mission Statement on group. Need to vote ...
Here is the link on the impact study done many years ago. I know the bees have a much greater impact on Florida's agricultural economy now. Let's hope the next study covers all the new areas.
Dear Beekeeper,
First let me say that I hope this finds you and your bees well, also thank you for being a keeper. I wanted to say hello and introduce myself and our new committee. I am the Chairman for the newly formed Fl. Small ...
First committee conference call 11/11/18 7pm
Attendance: Susan Harris, Kevin Easton, Jennifer Holmes, Anton Hahna, Lisa McNeely, and Alecia Folsom
*Kevin suggested we start by officially naming the committee. Kevin made a motion to cal...
To become a beekeeper or a better beekeeper takes time and training. There are many various ways to learn. Getting into hives with someone knowledgable is the best way to learn. Beekeeping is not a spectator sport, you will need to get i...