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June 4, 2026

OBA Honey Bee Spring Survey 2025/2026 – Overwinter Colony Status Ontario Beekeepers' Association News

OBA Honey Bee Spring Survey 2025/2026 – Overwinter Colony Status

 Please take a few minutes to answer these quick multiple choice questions. All responses are strictly confidential. Open to all beekeepers in Ontario (OBA members and non-members). We'd like to hear from everyone to understand how the industry looks this year. We'll publish the results on the OBA website, Ontario Bee Journal and in the e-newsletter after the survey closes. Submit Responses
UOVBA News Bot
June 4, 2026
Valley Beekeeping Supplies

Ontario Beekeepers New Antibiotic Rules & VCPR Explained

New regulations mean antibiotics for bees aren't over-the-counter anymore. Starting Spring 2019, you'll need a veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR) for access. Prepare your OMAFRA registration, colony count, production practices, and a written SOP to establish this with a vet. Don't wait until an outbreak—get ahead of the paperwork now to protect your hives. #Beekeeping #OntarioAg #BeeHealth #ApiaryManagement #FoulbroodPrep #honeybees #valleybeekeeping http://www.valleybeekeeping.com
Breck Demers
June 4, 2026