Even after seven years working bees on urban and country sites, I am still amazed by, and in awe of, our incredible floral diversity and what our bees produce from it. The delight I see on people’s faces when they taste my freshly extracted honey continues to be an absolute highlight of beekeeping.
Passionate about our sector, I’ve taken up every opportunity possible to grow my knowledge of bees and beekeeping, including the industry Certificate 3, and working as a trainer with the Western Australian Apiarist’s Society (WAAS).
Having previously been President of WAAS, which included working with BICWA on the current industry strategic plan, I am very aware of how regardless of whether we are commercial or recreational beekeepers we are all in the one industry and can each impact each other.
I know that we are facing a big challenge with Varroa, but I have confidence that there is a practical way forward, and the Transition to Management program provides a key starting point.