October 13, 2026. The Veterinary Department of Leningrad Region advised beekeepers to complete…

October 13, 2026. The Veterinary Department of Leningrad Region advised beekeepers to complete necessary hive preparations before the cold season. Timely preparation reduces the risk of diseases among bees during winter.

Experts emphasize that preparing bee colonies for winter is crucial for bee survival and productivity in the next season. Following the requirements helps minimize losses and ensures healthy apiary development.

The regional state veterinary service regularly inspects bees for infectious and parasitic diseases, carries out anti-epizootic measures, and records results in veterinary-sanitary passports of apiaries. Tests include American and European foulbrood, acarapidosis, varroa mite infestation, nosemosis, braulosis, and ascospherosis.