In the October  meeting we reviewed a new invasive insect in Connecticut,  the Emerald Ash Borer.  Click here for more information from the CT DEEP on this harmful insect.

The main program was “Honey Bees and a Taste of Honey” presented by Ralph Harrison, a beekeeper from Milford, CT.    We learned about the inhabitants of a hive (the queen, workers and drones), how a hive is constructed, and what goes on inside. The discussion also covered the flowers that bees use to gather nectar and pollen.   Finally there was a honey tasting where we sampled different varieties of honey.

For more information on beekeeping in Connecticut, contact the Connecticut Beekeepers Association.