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The Federation of
Irish Beekeepers Associations

AN BEACHAIRE – FIBKA’s Beekeeping Magazine

Beekeeping Tips and News of events and activitites from around the country. Expert articles and commentary delivered to members monthly.
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Associations Near You

We have beekeepers associations throughout Ireland. Each one welcoming beginners and experienced beekeepers.
Associations Map & Info

EDUCATION

We believe in the importance of education for beekeepers and aim to develop the knowledge of beekeeping in Ireland to the highest standards.
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Membership Benefits

Our Associations provide a vital service for beekeepers, providing beginner courses, meetings and events throughout the year.
Benefits

Working in the Interest of Beekeepers in Ireland for More Than 75 Years

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FIBKA clg is the largest beekeeping organisation in Ireland, representing over 40 local associations and their members. We advocate for beekeepers nationwide and liaise on their behalf at national and international level with state, semi-state and other bodies.

We provide a wide range of services to our members including insurance, education, lectures, regular news updates and events, including an annual Summer School.  

Anyone considering taking up beekeeping should join their local association where they will find beginners’ courses, lectures, demonstrations, ongoing education, mentoring and advice as well as a community of like-minded enthusiasts.  Membership of FIBKA is only available through affiliated associations.

Find your local Association  and discover what is going on in your area to support bees and beekeeping!

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Education

At FIBKA we believe in the importance of education for beekeepers and aim to develop the knowledge of beekeeping in Ireland to the highest standards.

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Join the Beekeeping Community

FIBKA is the umbrella body for local Associations nationwide.

These Associations provide a vital service for those who wish to keep bees, providing beginner courses, meetings and events throughout the year, providing support and education to their members and promoting beekeeping in the wider community.

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Annual Summer Beekeeping Conference 2024 Flier

Annual Summer Beekeeping Conference 2024

The National Honey Show 2024

Honey Show 2024
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Latest News & Info

FIBKA's Annual Summer Beekeeping Conference 2024

Book Your Place Here This year’s Summer School will take place from Friday, 26th July to Sunday, 28th July, and…
Coloss Survey on Winter Colony Losses 2024

Coloss Survey on Winter Colony Losses 2024

Online Survey PDF Survey (Print & Post) Your contribution to this annual survey on colony losses would be much appreciated.…
Two New CFLs

Two New CFLs

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Representing Ireland's Beekeepers:

The Federation of Irish Beekeepers’ Associations clg works on behalf of its members with Government and other strategic groups at Regional, National, European and World level in the following forums.