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Title: Asian Hornets - Advice Guide
Post by: John on November 21, 2023, 17:58

Asian hornets, Vespa velutina, have spread across Europe and have now arrived in Britain. They’re a particular threat to honey bees. Our help forum administrator ‘Aunt Sally’ has produced this Asian Hornet advice guide to raise awareness and give advice about this dangerous, invasive pest species.

Asian Hornets – Advice Guide (https://www.allotment-garden.org/garden-diary/8358/asian-hornets-advice-guide/)

Title: Re: Asian Hornets - Advice Guide
Post by: Aunt Sally on November 21, 2023, 19:13

Many thanks, John.

We should all check our allotment sheds and outhouses in spring. 

Title: Re: Asian Hornets - Advice Guide
Post by: Aunt Sally on November 21, 2023, 19:20

This is a direct link to the rolling updates on Beekeeping News, but may change for 2024.

https://www.nationalbeeunit.com/about-us/beekeeping-news/2023-asian-hornet-rolling-updates/

Title: Re: Asian Hornets - Advice Guide
Post by: Yorkie on November 21, 2023, 20:14

Need to set myself a reminder to mention this to our allotment tenants in spring!

Title: Re: Asian Hornets - Advice Guide
Post by: Aunt Sally on March 28, 2024, 11:10

Just a reminder to everyone to be on the lookout for these unwelcome insects.

Asian Hornets – Advice Guide (https://www.allotment-garden.org/garden-diary/8358/asian-hornets-advice-guide/)