The 64th Annual Beekeepers’ Field Day is coming up on Friday, June 23, 2017 at the Beaverlodge Research Farm.
A research associate pulls a frame out of a hive at the Beaverlodge Research Farm. (Photo/Peace Country Sun)
Alberta Agriculture & Forestry (AF) calls it an opportunity to learn about current trends in beekeeping, as well as learn about the vital role bees play in agriculture.
Scientists, provincial apiarists and industry specialists will gather to share research highlights from the past year. Other highlights of the upcoming event include talks and demonstrations by bee experts.
The event’s guest speaker is Doctor Diana Cox-Foster, a research entomologist from the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) pollinating insects research unit.
The event will run from 10 AM until 4:30 PM. A few BBQ lunch will be served at noon, and participants will also be eligible for prize draws.
For more information, contact Doctor Steve Pernal from Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada at 780-354-5135.
– Posted by BET
