Killer bee disease hits Scottish hive
BEEKEEPERS across Scotland were put on alert last night after an outbreak of a killer disease was discovered in a hive in Perthshire.
The outbreak of deadly American Foulbrood (AFB) was discovered in an apiary near Meigle and confirmed yesterday following laboratory diagnosis by the Science and Advice for Scottish Agriculture.
A Scottish Government spokeswoman said: "The AFB infected hive has been destroyed as there is no permitted treatment for the disease in the UK. There are no risks to public health from AFB and no implications for the quality and safety of honey."
She added: "The affected apiary is located near Meigle, Perthshire.
"The movement of bees and related equipment into or out of the affected apiary is prohibited.
"Scottish Government Bee Inspectors will be carrying out inspections on apiaries in the area in coming days."
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