Beekeepers

New! We have created a basic visual guide to some common insects you may see in and around your beehive. Check it out here!

Pests and Disease Videos

Dr. Jamie Ellis discusses the Small Hive Beetle, including history, symptoms, and treatments. Click here to view instantly... (18min 12sec)

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Nosema video. Click here to view instantly... (15min 15sec)

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Trachael Mite video. Click here to view instantly... (19min 11sec)

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Varroa mite video. Click here to view instantly... (25min 22sec)

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Upcoming Events

 

Master Beekeeping Program training and exams, March 8, 2012 in Marineland, FL. Apprentice, Advanced and Master level training and exams will be provided.

Bee College, March 9-10, 2012 One of the biggest honey bee events in Florida! The bee college is open to all levels of experience, including those with no previous experience. See the bee college program for more info on classes.

Beekeeper Links

• FDACS Bureau of Plant & Apiary Inspection
• Florida Master Beekeeper Program
• Florida State Beekeeper's Association
• UF Honey Bee Research and Extension Lab
  

Articles & Edis Documents

• All EDIS topics in beekeeping
• Beekeeping: Florida Bee Botany
• Chalkbrood Recommendations
• Diseases and Pests of the Honey Bee
• Finanacial Management for the Beekeeper
• Florida Bears and Beekeeping
• Mosquito Control and Beekeepers
• Observation Hives
• Protecting Honey Bees from Pesticides
• Sample Pollination Agreement
• Small Hive Beetle
  

Melitto Files Issues

If you would like to have your name added to the Florida Melitto Files Newsletter mailing list, contact honeybee@ifas.ufl.edu.

• Download electronic versions of current and past Melitto Files

Presentations

• Living with Africanized Bees [10.8MB ppt]
• Script for "Living with Africanized Bees" [38KB pdf]

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