As part of the communication activities of the European project Bee2gether, Veneto Agricoltura – the project’s Lead Partner – has published the first Beekeeping Bulletin of 2025, the third since the start of the project. The bulletin aims to keep the public informed about ongoing initiatives and raise awareness of the crucial role of bees in biodiversity and environmental balance.
This edition addresses both technical and current topics, providing practical guidance for the beekeeping sector as well as insights of broader interest.
Highlights in this issue:
🐝 Time to start thinking about varroa
A focus on the importance of summer treatment against varroa mites, a key moment for preparing colonies for overwintering. The bulletin highlights good practices to reduce the parasite’s impact on hive health. READ THE ARTICLE
🍯 Honey fermentation: risk or opportunity?
Fermentation is examined both as a risk to be prevented through humidity control and as a potential opportunity for developing new products appreciated by consumers.
🌰 It’s chestnut season
The chestnut bloom marks one of the most active and anticipated phases of the Italian beekeeping season. The bulletin emphasizes its relevance for producing a uniquely flavored honey and high-quality pollen.
🌍 Bee2gether: Europe visits Vallevecchia on June 17
A detailed report on the visit of a European delegation to the Vallevecchia farm (VE), an opportunity to discover firsthand the Bee2gether pilot actions focused on environmental monitoring and the use of electronic hives.
📖 Read the full Beekeeping Bulletin No. 1/2025
