Over the course of the season we have collected many swarms all across south Dublin and north Wicklow. We have taken samples of these wild swarms and sent them to the University of Galway where they will be tested for genetic lineage. This will help build a picture of the landscape of our native honeybee.

We are delighted and honoured to be able to play a small roll in the amazing work undertaken by the team in the west. You can read a lot more about their efforts here: Galway Honey Bee Research Centre.