Seminar on Acarine with Dr. John McMullan Spring 2009
Over the past two winters there have been high colony
losses.
Last winter our Association took samples from colonies that had just
died and these were diagnosed with high levels of Acarine Mite. We are
conscious that this mite is prevalent in many areas of the south and
west of the county, so this Spring we aim to make all beekeepers in the
area aware of the disease and how it can be overcome. To this end we
are holding a one day seminar on 21st March and are fortunate that John
McMullan PhD of TCD, has undertaken to be our guest lecturer. John has
published a number of scientific papers on this subject and is a
practical beekeeper with extensive experience of the problem. We hope
that you will put aside Saturday 21st March to learn how to combat this
bee-killer ! Lectures in CIT,
Bishopstown, Cork. Directions here
There will be a modest charge of €5 to
defray expenses.
| March 21st 10:30am |
Acarine – The Silent Killer : its
History effects and diagnosis |
| March 21st 11:30am |
Acarine – The myths, means of
prevention, and management |
| March 21st 12:30-1:30 |
Lunch Break |
| March 21st 1:30pm |
Microscope Session – testing for
Acarine – bring samples of 30 bees from
Weak or suspect Colonies |
| March 21st 3:30pm |
Questions and answer session and the way forward |
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