beehive inspection

Spring Inspections: What to Look for in Your Hives

A Season of Opportunity Spring in Australia brings new life, warmer weather, and a fresh burst of activity in the apiary. After the quieter winter months, colonies begin to expand rapidly, foraging increases, and the queen ramps up her…

Newsletter – August 2025

NEWS Life Membership Awarded to Lindsay Bourke B-QUAL is pleased to announce that we were able to present Lindsay Bourke with his Life membership award at the 2025 AHBIC AGM in Adelaide on 5th July in Adelaide. The…
Bee swarms

Swarming Season: A Golden Opportunity for Beekeepers

Catching and managing bee swarms is a valuable skill that every Australian beekeeper should develop. It can be thrilling, sustainable, and economical—especially when done responsibly. Find out more...
American Foulbrood

How to Identify and Prevent American Foulbrood (AFB) in Your Hives

American Foulbrood may be microscopic, but can be devastating. Keep your hives healthy. Simple steps for identification and prevention
Minimizing Pesticide Use

Minimising Pesticide Use: Protecting Bees and the Environment

The Hidden Cost of Pest Control In the battle to protect crops and gardens from destructive pests, one powerful ally often suffers unintended consequences—bees. Across Australia, both native and European honeybee populations face increasing…

NEWSLETTER JULY 2025

LATEST ARTICLES Protecting Pollinators: Why Bees Matter to Our Ecosystem Sometimes, the smallest creatures make the biggest difference, and their well-being is closely tied to ours. In our latest blog, we explore the…
Protecting Pollinators

Protecting Pollinators: Why Bees Matter to Our Ecosystem

Protecting pollinators is securing natural systems that sustain life. Everyone has a role to play. Find out what you can do to help.
Food Safety and Quality Assurance

Everything You Need to Know About Food Safety and Quality Assurance

Protecting Purity from Hive to Jar Australia is renowned for producing some of the cleanest, most pristine honey in the world. But in today’s market, it takes more than just hardworking bees to maintain a strong reputation. For both…

NEWSLETTER JUNE 2025

LATEST ARTICLES Fall Feeding - Preparing Your Bees for Winter Survival As the seasons shift, your bees are preparing for one of the most critical times of the year.  How you support them now will shape their chances…
Winter survival

Fall Feeding: Preparing Your Bees for Winter Survival

Autumn is coming - are you prepared for colder weather? As temperatures drop and flowers fade, honeybee colonies across Australia and other temperate regions prepare for the long, resource-scarce months of winter. For beekeepers, autumn…
Beekeeping Tools 101

Beekeeping Tools 101: Essential Equipment for Every Apiarist

Beekeeping Tools 101 - the right tools can mean the difference between successful, stress-free hives and a chaotic, disruptive experience

Newsletter – May 2025

Celebrating Don Muir's Dedication to BQUAL From his early beekeeping days pollinating fruit trees to his pivotal roles, including Co-Managing Director, Don's journey has significantly shaped our organization. In a special…