What's New

Some of the most recent IBRA publications and latest special offers are listed here.

Why Honey is Effective as a Medicine - Reprint
Peter Molan
£2.50

To compliment one of our most popular Reprints, The Antibacterial Activity of Honey, by Peter Molan, IBRA has now produced another booklet in this series. Originally published in Bee World, these articles look at the use of honey in modern medicine and offer an explanation for its effectiveness.
To purchase your copy click here. 

   

Eva Crane, Bee Scientist 1912-2007
Edited by R Jones & P Walker
£9.50
This book gives a respectful glimpse of the more personal side of Dr Crane, looking at her work, character and her life. With touching tributes, colour photographs and unpublished papers this is a sensitive tribute to a remarkable lady.  
Click here to view Press Release,
or here for the online shop.

JAR - Original Research and Review Articles on Honey.
£12.50   IBRA.  
ISBN:0 86098 255 6

A selection of 17 articles published in the Journal of Apicultural Research between 2005 - 2008. Specifically on the topic of honey and include authorative works by scientists such as Prof. R Cooper.
Further details go to our online shop.

Field Notes On Queen Rearing
by Oliver Field
£3.00

Originally published from a talk given to the Scottish Beekeepers Association in 1998, this latest version includes colour photographs and a chapter reflecting upon the changing world of beekeeping.
More details available from the online shop

The Buzz About Bees
by Jürgen Tautz
£23.00

The latest book to hit the high streets.
For more details visit the online shop. 

A World Without Bees
by Alison Benjamin and Brian McCallum
£9.99
Available from our online shop.

Keeping Bees and Making Honey
by Alison Benjamin and Brian McCallum
£14.99
This is a popular book, which has been well written and beautifully illustrated.
Get your copy from our on-line shop.

Solitary Bee Hive
£15.96.

The solitary bee hive is designed to attract solitary bees such as mason bees, which will then nest in it. Solitary bees do not swarm and are not aggressive. Ideally, this should be situated in a visible warm place catching the morning sun. The solitary bees will help to pollinate your plants nearby. H: 19.5 cm L: 18.0cm W: 16.5 cm.
Purchase it from our online shop.

Bug Box
£10.50.

These natural and attractive insect habitats have a dual chamber. Part drilled log and part natural hollow tubes to provide a home for solitary bees, ladybirds and other beneficial insects as well as attracting over-wintering insects. Size: H: 12.0 cm L: 23.0 cm W: 9.0 cm.
Purchase it from our online shop.

Bumble Bee Nester
£14.50.

This box is supplied with nesting material, has an overhanging hinged roof, a raised floor to keep the box dry and inside is a clear viewing window, so you can see your bees. Also included is a FREE bumble bee guide and full instructions on how best to use the nest box. Size: H: 19.5 cm L: 30.5 cm W: 19.5 cm.
Purchase it from our online shop.

Apicultural Research on Varroa - Original Research in the 21st Century
edited by Stephen J. Martin, 2007.
£12.50.

A collection of recent peer-reviewed articles from scientists around the world. An accurate, valuable and reliable source of information about the Varroa mite.
Purchase a copy from our online shop.