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Useful Links

Explore this curated collection of resources and articles about beekeeping, propolis, and related research that may be of interest and use to you.

Governmental Bodies and Institutions

  1. Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine (Livestock) – The official page with information on livestock development in Ukraine, legislation, support programs, research, and ministry initiatives.
  2. Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine – The main website of the Ukrainian government, featuring decrees, decisions, news, and government announcements.
  3. FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations) – An international organization addressing food security, agriculture, fisheries, and forestry, including global agricultural support programs.
  4. State Service of Ukraine on Food Safety and Consumer Protection – The official website that regulates food safety, veterinary medicine, consumer rights protection, quarantine, and plant protection issues.
  5. EUR-Lex – The European Union portal that provides access to EU legislation, including treaties, regulations, directives, decisions, case law, and other legal documents.

Public Associations and Organizations

  1. Union of Beekeepers of Ukraine (SPASU) – An organization uniting Ukrainian beekeepers, offering support in protecting their rights and facilitating knowledge and experience exchange.
  2. Bee Women Platform – A platform supporting women in beekeeping by providing knowledge and opportunities for women’s development in this field.
  3. Bees Agro Association – An association promoting the development of the managed pollination market in Ukraine, connecting beekeepers and farmers for mutual development and experience sharing.
  4. European Beekeeping Association (EBA) – An international association representing beekeepers’ interests at the European level and advocating for the protection of the sector in the EU.

  5. International Bee Research Association (IBRA) – a charitable organization established in 1949, dedicated to promoting the value of bees and providing information on bee science and beekeeping worldwide. 

  6. Eva Crane Trust – a charitable organization supporting research in the field of beekeeping. It was established to continue the scientific legacy of Eva Crane, a renowned bee researcher. The trust focuses on disseminating knowledge about bees and funding research and projects that advance the science of beekeeping globally.

  7. Bee Informed Partnership – a non-profit organization that collects data on bee health and shares information with beekeepers to enhance their productivity.

  8. Federation of Irish Beekeepers’ Associations (FIBKA) – an organization uniting Irish beekeepers, conducting educational programs, research, and promoting the development of beekeeping in Ireland.

  9. German Beekeepers Association (DIB), established in 1907, unites German beekeepers, promoting the development of beekeeping and the marketing of local honey.

  10. Australian Beekeepers Association (AIA) brings together Australian beekeepers, fosters industry development, and conducts research and educational programs to support bee health and honey production.

  11. Canadian Beekeepers Association (CBA) – a national organization representing the interests of Canadian beekeepers, focusing on research, education, and the support of the beekeeping industry in Canada.

  12. Pollinator Partnership – the world’s largest non-profit organization exclusively dedicated to the protection and support of pollinators and their ecosystems. Its mission is to promote the health of pollinators, which play a critical role in food security and ecosystem sustainability, through conservation, education, and research programs.

  13. American Beekeeping Federation (ABF) – unites U.S. beekeepers, promoting the development of quality standards for beekeeping products, research into bee health, and advocacy for beekeepers’ rights.

  14. British Beekeepers Association (BBKA) – a charitable organization registered in England and Wales, founded in 1874, which held its first meeting on May 16.

  15. International Federation of Beekeepers’ Associations (Apimondia) – a non-governmental organization founded in 1895, bringing together beekeepers, scientists, equipment manufacturers, and specialists in apiculture to foster the exchange of knowledge, experience, and innovation.

Educational Institutions

  1. Prokopovych Institute of Beekeeping – A research institution in Ukraine focusing on beekeeping, honey plant research, bee breed study, and selection.
  2. National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine (NULES) – A leading Ukrainian university offering programs in agricultural sciences, including beekeeping and natural resource management.
  3. Chernyatyn College of Vinnytsia National Agrarian University – An educational institution training specialists in agricultural sciences and livestock management, including beekeeping-related specializations.

Online Stores for Beekeeping Equipment

  1. Kievbee – An online store for beekeepers, offering a wide range of equipment for apiaries, including hives, frames, protective clothing, tools, and other beekeeping supplies.
  2. Park Plus – A store where you can purchase equipment for apiaries, including essentials for bee maintenance, honey collection, and product processing.
  3. Vasha Pasika – An online store specializing in beekeeping supplies, from equipment for bee handling to machinery for processing products and honey extractors.

Online Stores for Beekeeping Products

  1. ApiProdukt – An online shop offering a wide range of beekeeping products, including honey, propolis, pollen, royal jelly, and medicinal bee-based products.
  2. Pcheloprodukt – An online store specializing in bee products. The assortment includes honey, beeswax, propolis, bee pollen, as well as health and cosmetic products.
  3. Cikera Mead – A specialized store presenting natural honey-based beverages, including mead (cikera), honey liqueurs, and other honey wines.

Leading Researchers in Propolis Studies

  1. Milena Popova – Significant contributions to the study of the chemical composition and properties of propolis.
  2. Boryana Trusheva – Specialist in researching bioactive components of propolis.
  3. Vassya Bankova – Renowned for her work on the botanical origins of propolis.
  4. Marla Spivak – Studies the properties of propolis as an element of social immunity in honeybee colonies.
  5. Antonio Salatino – Explores the botanical origins and biological properties of propolis and its medical applications.
  6. Michael D. Simone-Finstrom – Researches propolis as a component of social immunity in bee colonies.

Centers, platforms and other useful resources

  1. Propolis Science – a resource dedicated to research and information about propolis.
  2. AmoHive – an international team of IT specialists, electronics engineers, and business analysts that develops innovative solutions for beekeeping.