Buckfast bees were originally developed by Brother Adam, a monk at Buckfast Abbey in England. In 1919, he created a strain that’s now known for its gentle nature and disease resistance.

Beekeepers across the United States rely on western or European honey bees (Apis mellifera), of which there are a number of strains, including Italian, Carniolan, Russian, and Buckfast bees. These ...

New research has revealed that high densities of European honey bees could be harming Australian native bees' 'fitness' by reducing their reproductive success and altering key traits linked to ...

For example, on the third floor there are 350,000 Buckfast bees at work making honey, which is then used by the hotel chefs. The bees live in The St Ermin's Bee & Bee Hotel.

A Virginia beekeeper said millions of honey bees on his farm were poisoned in what he believes was an intentional act that caused about $20,000 in losses.

Visitors can try samples or buy delightful food and drink to take home (Image: Buckfast Abbey) Following the Food Festival, Buckfast Abbey will host its much-anticipated Summer Fair from August 7-9.

Washington State University entomologists announced this week that commercial honey bee colony losses are projected to reach between 60% and 70% in 2025.

James Middleton, the Princess of Wales’ younger brother, is also a convert since his sisters gifted him 1,000 Buckfast bees for his birthday, and David Beckham, whose passion for beekeeping was shown ...

Beekeepers from across the country are gathering in the midlands this weekend to highlight their concerns around the native Irish honey bee which they say is at grave risk of extinction.

My bees are mostly of Buckfast origin and a pleasure to keep.” Barrie’s knowledge and skill were hugely respected in Suffolk and beyond.

The complainant claimed that hybrid bees, such as the Buckfast bee, are considered by most beekeepers to be aggressive in nature and should only be handled with the appropriate safety equipment.

Sales of Buckfast jumped by 11.8% last year, despite the fortified wine brand facing an “unprecedented” duty increase and pressures from the rising cost of living.