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This document is used for submitting honey bee samples to the Thompson-Bishop-Sparks State Diagnostic Laboratory for diagnostic or regulatory testing.

How to fill out honey bee submission form

How to fill out Honey Bee Submission Form

1. Download the Honey Bee Submission Form from the relevant website.
2. Fill in your personal information including your name, address, and contact details.
3. Provide details about the bees you are submitting, such as species and quantity.
4. Indicate the purpose of the submission (e.g., research, inspection).
5. Include any relevant health or inspection history for the bees.
6. Sign and date the form confirming that the information provided is accurate.
7. Submit the completed form as per the specified guidelines, either electronically or via mail.

Who needs Honey Bee Submission Form?

1. Beekeepers who wish to submit samples for testing or inspection.
2. Researchers needing to document bee samples for scientific study.
3. Regulatory bodies requiring documentation for honey bee health assessments.
4. Agricultural departments checking for compliance in bee health and management.

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How do you sample bees?

Suitable samples Open the hive and either find the queen or thoroughly inspect a brood comb to ensure the queen isn't present. Prop the brood frame up against the hive. Open an unbreakable plastic jar and scoop it along the side of the frame to trap the bees inside. Collect at least 30 bees.

What can I write about honey bees?

Honey Bees are one of the most recognisable insects and are the most commonly domesticated bee species in the world. They are somewhat variable in colour but are usually brown with a banded dull yellow and brown abdomen. The head, thorax and abdomen are densely covered in hair.

How to take a sample of bees?

Adult bees Open an unbreakable plastic jar and scoop it along the side of the frame to trap the bees inside. Collect at least 30 bees. Put the lid on before the bees can fly out. If a small plastic bag is used instead of a jar, hold the bag open with both hands and scrape up the comb to collect the bees.

How to capture a bee without killing it?

To test for disease you may put a sample of bees in a 70% ethyl, methyl, or isopropyl alcohol solution or send in comb samples or probe samples from dying larvae (comb and probe samples do not need to be put into alcohol).

What is the 3 feet 3 mile rule for bees?

Use a Jar or Glass: If the bee doesn't leave on its own, you can gently catch it: - Take a clear jar or glass and carefully place it over the bee. - Slowly slide a piece of paper or cardboard under the jar, trapping the bee inside. - Make sure the paper is securely in place before lifting the jar.

What is the honey bee dance language?

Honey bees (Apis sp.) are the only known bee genus that uses nest-based communication to provide nest-mates with information about the location of resources, the so-called “dance language.” Successful foragers perform waggle dances for high quality food sources and, when swarming, suitable nest-sites.

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What is Honey Bee Submission Form?

The Honey Bee Submission Form is a document required for reporting the management and health of honey bee colonies, typically used for regulatory and monitoring purposes.

Who is required to file Honey Bee Submission Form?

Beekeepers, including hobbyists and commercial apiary operators, who manage honey bee colonies are required to file the Honey Bee Submission Form.

How to fill out Honey Bee Submission Form?

To fill out the Honey Bee Submission Form, provide details about the number of colonies, their health status, management practices, and any concerns or issues observed within the colonies, following the specific guidelines provided by the regulatory agency.

What is the purpose of Honey Bee Submission Form?

The purpose of the Honey Bee Submission Form is to gather data on honey bee health and management practices, aid in tracking colony health, and help implement policies for bee conservation.

What information must be reported on Honey Bee Submission Form?

Information that must be reported includes the number of colonies, any signs of disease or pests, management practices, geographic location of the colonies, and any treatment administered.