Bee health inspectorate for Scotland
Scottish Government Bee Inspectors
The Scottish Government's bee inspectors examine colonies for notifiable diseases and pests in Scotland; samples are analysed by SASA (Science and Advice for Scottish Agriculture).
What you will find
- Inspections for American and European foulbrood, Asian hornet, Tropilaelaps and small hive beetle
- Sampling and laboratory diagnosis at SASA
- Follow-up inspections after a confirmed case
Good to know
Suspected notifiable disease must be reported. Contact: [email protected].
Source
Listing written from these pages on 26 October 2026. Prices and terms may have changed since: check them before you order.
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