News & updates

The spring survey summarizes 2025/2026 winter results from 503 respondents representing 30,486 hives. Respondents reported an overall winter loss of 39.5% and combined in-season and winter losses averaging 45.3%.

The OBA asks all Ontario beekeepers, members and non-members, to complete a short confidential survey about 2025/2026 overwinter colony status, with results to be shared on the website and in OBA publications.

OSCIA invites beekeepers to a free online Bee Biosecurity Workshop covering on-farm biosecurity best practices, farm evaluation, biosecurity planning and potential cost-share opportunities.

The Canadian Honey Council announced Canadian registration approval for a new Varroa treatment method using glycerin and cellulose strips to deliver oxalic acid dihydrate crystals.

The President's Report celebrates the association's successes and recognizes the commitment of its team, volunteers, sponsors and donors before turning to new opportunities and longer-term industry challenges.

The Technology Transfer Program introduces its 2026 winter webinar series, Hive Minds: Bridging the Gap Between Science and Beekeeping, running virtually on Wednesdays from January 7 through April 22.

The OBA Annual General Meeting & Conference will take place Friday, November 28 and Saturday, November 29 at the Delta Hotel in Guelph. The convention will be hybrid, with in-person and Zoom attendance.