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…
Varroa Mite in Australia

Varroa Mite in Australia: What Beekeepers Need to Know

A New Threat to Australian Beekeeping For years, Australian beekeepers watched from afar as Varroa destructor, one of the most destructive pests of honey bees worldwide, wreaked havoc on colonies across Europe, North America, and Asia.…
Don Muir

A Heartfelt Thank You to Don: Reflecting on Years of Dedication to BQUAL

As we delve into the fascinating journey and insights of a long-standing figure within the BQUAL community, it's paramount to begin by expressing our sincere gratitude to Don for his unwavering commitment and invaluable contributions…
Sustainable Beekeeping Practices: A Guide for Ethical Apiculture

Sustainable Beekeeping Practices: A Guide for Ethical Apiculture

Why Sustainable Beekeeping Matters More Than Ever As the importance of bees becomes more widely understood, the way we manage them is evolving. Sustainable beekeeping is about more than just harvesting honey—it's about protecting pollinators,…

NEWSLETTER – APRIL 2025

Varroa mite spread The varroa mite, a parasitic mite that attacks honey bees, has spread across Australia, prompting concerns for honey production and pollination services. Eradication Abandoned: Australia has abandoned its…

The Declining Bee Population in Australia

A Call to Action for Beekeepers Beekeepers across Australia are facing increasing challenges as the country’s bee population declines. These vital pollinators play an essential role in agriculture, ecosystems, and honey production,…

Honey: More Than Just a Sweetener – Exploring the Health Benefits

The golden nectar For centuries, honey has been treasured not just for its delightful sweetness but also for its incredible health benefits. Used in traditional medicine across cultures, honey is far more than a natural sugar alternative—it’s…