Exciting news has just landed at Swarms.ie! Last Friday, they were thrilled to be recognised as the “Biodiversity Initiative of the Year” winner at the All Ireland Sustainability Awards. This accolade is a testament to the incredible work their community has accomplished over the past six years. With nearly 1,100 dedicated members, they have collectively […]
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Commenting on forage is difficult as there is little available even if your bees are out and about during mild spells, but Christmas is a good time to look at the importance of pollinating insects and how they contribute to our festive season. This has been another good year for hollies (Ilex aquifolium), they are […]
Blackwater Honey were co-founded by brothers Andrew & John Shinnick who hail from the parish of Ballyhooly near Fermoy, Co. Cork. Both began their beekeeping careers at a very early age with their uncles Dan & Andy as teachers and mentors. They are now the 3rd generation of beekeepers in the Shinnick family to carry on the art of beekeeping. Between […]