Irish Beekeepers Association CLG (IBA) is a democratic and egalitarian organisation established in 2017 to support Irish beekeepers and the bees they keep. Our mission is to promote beekeeping for all and to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every beekeeper feels respected and valued.
We foster environmentally sustainable beekeeping, offer affordable group insurance cover and internationally recognized qualifications, and support relevant apiculture research. Join us in increasing public awareness of the importance of honey bees and pollinating insects in our environment. The IBA clg is supporting the All-Ireland Pollinator Plan.
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IMYB 2026 Heads to Belfast: A Milestone Gathering for Young Beekeepers Worldwide
The International Meeting of Young Beekeepers (IMYB) is set to return in 2026 with Belfast, Ireland chosen as the official host city. Organized under the ICYB® network, IMYB continues its [...]
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Spring trapping for asian hornet queens
Successful trapping of any AH Queens that may have overwintered here in Ireland and that may be emerging, will remove the need to track, locate and remove their nest later [...]
Read moreUPDATE: Meeting of Beekeeping Groups’ Representatives with NBDC and NPWS
Today’s briefing confirmed the safe and total removal of the Asian Hornet nest in Cork city. Monitoring continues on the site to ensure capture of any remaining hornets that might [...]
Read moreAsian Hornet Nest Found in Cork: Official Update from NBDC – 3rd September
Official Asian Hornet update here from the NBDC Invasive Species Team Lead. Many thanks for your time yesterday and for your continued support of our efforts to ensure Ireland remains [...]
Read moreConfirmed Asian Hornet Sightings in Cork and one confirmed sighting in Dublin. Beekeepers Urged to Act
The threat of the Asian Hornet has reached Ireland, with two confirmed sightings in Cork City, one on 31st July and another on 5th August 2025. The Irish Beekeepers Association [...]
Read moreBook Review: Bee Books for Children
‘ABC’s of Beekeeping’ – by Roda Shope. Full colour, children’s book. Published by & available from Northernbeebooks.co.uk “What a memorable, amazing experience to discover the world of bees through the [...]
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