Unidentified Bee Hives
04/28/17
On 04/28/2017, the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office AG Task Force assisted Madera County Sheriff’s Department with the recovery of stolen beehives in the 6700 Blk. of East Central Avenue, in Fresno. While on scene, detectives located several other beehives with unidentified numbers and brands stamped onto the beehives.
Hive Theft Alert
01/16/17
The night of January 16th, 2017, 482 hives were stolen from a bee yard in Sutter County. All the equipment (including pallets) is brand new and has no brand numbers. The hives are double-deep 8 framers with grey cedar lids on 4-way pallets. Pallets are an odd size: 28.5 x 46″. This configuration is fairly unique. Please contact the CSBA with any tips.
2016 Convention Review
12/12/16
This year’s Convention at the Kona Kai in San Diego was a record-breaker! Researchers from all over the United States presented the latest scientific advancements and seasoned, professional beekeepers presented practical insights into hive management. Attendees ranged from multigenerational commercial beekeepers to brand-new beekeepers just starting their first hives. Many beekeepers brought the whole family, including children, to the convention.
2016 CSBA Almond Conference Booth
12/09/16
The CSBA once again participated this year with a booth at the Annual Almond Conference in Sacramento, held December 6-8th. A huge “thanks” was given from the Almond Board Staff for our booth presentation and live observation hive. The observation hive was a big draw and topic of many conversations.
