SICAMM Newsletter – September 2025 Edition

We are pleased to share the September 2025 SICAMM Newsletter, our fourth issue of the year, bringing together news, events, and developments from across the international dark European honey bee community.

Highlights in this edition include:

Message from the President – John Greenaway reflects on the successful Stavanger Conference earlier this year and introduces the new SICAMM Main Board and Work Teams. Exciting plans are also underway for SICAMM Nights, an Apitherapy Course in 2026, and the 2027 Conference in Ireland.

Bee Photos from Members – A contribution from Jörg Schock of Dunkle Biene Deutschland captures the beauty of our bees.

Apimondia 2025 in Copenhagen – SICAMM is represented with two poster presentations on conservation and restoration of the dark European honey bee.

Introducing the New SICAMM Boards – Meet our dedicated Main Board, Science Board, and newly appointed Honorary Members, each playing a key role in advancing our shared mission.

Official Statement on World Bee Day – SICAMM’s first open letter to European policymakers, raising awareness of the urgent need to conserve native honey bees.

SICAMM Work Teams – Updates from our Conservation, Social Media, Science, and Publishing teams, as well as opportunities to get involved.

Asian Hornet Alert – A detailed science report on the continuing spread of Vespa velutina in Europe, with practical advice for beekeepers.

Publishing and Storytelling – Plans for a new SICAMM book combining history, beekeeper stories, and recipes using dark bee products.

Looking Ahead: SICAMM Conference 2027 in Ireland – Early details of what promises to be another landmark event for our community.

Flashbacks from Stavanger 2025 – A recap of the March conference, hosted by Norsk Brunbielag in Norway.

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If you would like to contribute articles, photos, or updates to future newsletters, please contact: newsletter@sicamm.info