How changing weather is putting pressure on Britain’s beekeepers
About this episode
Ian Campbell discusses the impact of climate change on beekeeping in Britain.
In this story we speak with Ian Campbell, a beekeeper and spokesperson for the British Beekeepers Association, at his apiary near Newcastle. Ian has been keeping bees for decades, witnessing firsthand how a changing climate is reshaping their behaviour and the environment they depend on. He explains how extreme weather, unpredictable seasons, and shifting ecosystems are making it harder for colonies to thrive, from disrupted flowering patterns to food shortages and disease. We talk about the crucial role bees play in global food security, the mounting challenges facing beekeepers across the UK, and Ian’s reflections on what the future might hold for an industry so closely tied to the rhythms of nature.
People in this episode
Guest: Ian Campbell
Topics covered
- beekeeping
- climate change
- food security
- environment
- agriculture
Keywords
- beekeepers
- climate change
- food security
- extreme weather
- pollination
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: British Beekeepers Association
Places: Newcastle, Britain, UK
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