<section><h2><h2 class="ql-align-center"><br></h2><h2 class="ql-align-center"><strong>Try these 10 challenging beehive biosecurity questions.</strong></h2></h2><p><p class="ql-align-center"><br></p></p></section><section><h2><p><em>A hive is a structure where bees are cared for by beekeepers.</em></p></h2><p><h2><strong>How often do beekeepers need to inspect their hives for pests and diseases?</strong></h2></p></section><section><h3><h2><strong>Do beekeepers with hives in Australia need to be registered?</strong></h2></h3></section><section><h3><p><em>Bees are amazing animals. They play a crucial role in Australia's food security and provide income for professional and hobby beekeepers across the country. </em></p></h3><p><h2><strong>Is it the beekeeper's responsibility to control or eradicate pests and diseases?</strong></h2></p></section><section><h3><p><em>Australia is the last inhabited continent on Earth that is free of varroa mite, which has crippled honey bees everywhere it has taken hold.</em></p></h3><p><h2><strong>If you find or suspect varroa mite is impacting your hives, should you?</strong></h2></p></section><section><h3><p><em>Beekeepers must maintain good records to help trace the source of disease outbreaks and predict disease spread.</em></p></h3><p><h2><strong>When do you need to keep a record if you are moving a hive?</strong></h2></p></section><section><h3><p><em>Registered beekeepers are given a hive identification code. It's like a licence plate for your beehives.</em></p></h3><p><h2><strong>Do hives need to be branded?</strong></h2></p></section><section><h3><p><em>Bees are constantly under threat from a range of devastating pests, diseases, chemicals and pollution. </em></p></h3><p><h2><strong>In how many states and territories is it an offence to allow hives to become abandoned, exposed or neglected?</strong></h2></p></section><section><h3><p><em>Beekeeping records contain vital biosecurity information including inspections, sampling, and movement of hives, to help keep your hives healthy.</em></p></h3><p><h2><strong>If you are notified that a Bee Biosecurity Officer will be reviewing your records, how long do you have to comply with the request?</strong></h2></p></section><section><h3><p><em>American Foul Brood is a highly infectious disease caused by a spore forming bacteria that decimates hives.</em></p></h3><p><h2><strong>Which beekeepers need to have their apiary independently tested annually for American Foul Brood?</strong></h2></p></section><section><h3><p><em>A barrier management system separates hives into separate units, preventing the movement of bees, hives and components. </em></p></h3><p><h2><strong>What are the benefits to maintaining a hive barrier management system?</strong></h2></p></section><section><h2><h2 class="ql-align-center"><strong style="color: rgb(100, 100, 100);"><em>BIOSECURITY CURIOUS</em></strong></h2></h2><p><p>You are clearly curious about bees. To improve your score p<span style="color: rgb(100, 100, 100);">lay again and share the game with friends and family. </span>Thanks for being part of our National Biosecurity Challenge.</p><p class="ql-align-center"><br></p><h2 class="ql-align-center"><strong>Australia's bees depend on us!</strong></h2></p></section><section><h3><h2 class="ql-align-center"><strong><em> </em></strong> <strong><em>APPRENTICE BIOSECURITY WARRIOR</em></strong></h2></h3><p><p>You are on your way to becoming a biosecurity warrior. To improve your p<span style="color: rgb(100, 100, 100);">lay again and share the game with friends and family. T</span>hanks for being part of our National Biosecurity Challenge.</p><p class="ql-align-center"><br></p><h2 class="ql-align-center"><strong>Australia's bees are relying on us all!</strong></h2></p></section><section><h3><h2 class="ql-align-center"><strong><em> </em></strong> <strong><em>BIOSECURITY WARRIOR</em></strong></h2></h3><p><p>You clearly love your bees and treat them like royalty. Challenge your friends and family to the quiz. Thanks for being part of our National Biosecurity Challenge.</p><p class="ql-align-center"><br></p><h2 class="ql-align-center"><strong>Australia's bees can depend on you!</strong></h2></p></section> PLAY: Best Beekeeping Get the buzz on your bees, and don’t get caught in a sticky situation.
