Summer beekeeping tips
Carry out frequent inspections to ensure the queen is laying well and that the brood patterns are regular
Summer beekeeping tips
Free up additional space for the queen to lay if necessary
Summer beekeeping tips
Keep an eye out for any diseases or pests
Summer beekeeping tips
Make sure there are water sources near your hives
Summer beekeeping tips
Harvest honey and return the empty supers to the hive as soon as possible

The Western Cape Bee Industry Association is dedicated to supporting those who work with the Cape honeybee (Apis mellifera capensis), a very special honeybee which is indigenous to the fynbos biome of the Western Cape. Through our association, we promote ethical, professional and sustainable beekeeping.

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WCBA at NAMPO Cape 2024

The Western Cape Bee Industry Association (WCBA) showcased its excellence at the NAMPO Cape Agricultural Expo, South Africa’s second-largest agricultural show, held in Bredasdorp from the 11th  – 14th September, 2024.

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