Samoa Apiculture Organisation Inc

19/05/2026

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11/05/2026

27/02/2026

23/02/2026

SAO 101 Beekeeping Training Off to a Strong Start!

Today marked an exciting milestone for the Samoa Apiculture Organisation as we started our 101 Beekeeping Training under the GAFSP and the support of MAF, and what a fantastic start it has been!

Participants from across the beekeeping community came together eager to learn the fundamentals of beekeeping, hive management, and the vital role bees play in supporting our environment and food systems. The energy, curiosity, and commitment shown today reflect the growing momentum of apiculture in Samoa.

This training is part of SAO’s ongoing efforts to build local capacity, strengthen biosecurity awareness, and empower more Samoan's to participate in sustainable beekeeping, whether for livelihood or recreation.

Fa’afetai tele lava to all participants and partners who made Day 1 a success. We look forward to continuing this journey together tomorrow for Day 2 and over the next few weeks and into the rest of the year through Queen Rearing, Colony expansion and Value Added training sessions

Become part of the movement - Join SAO today we would love to hear from you.

22/02/2026

Places Available - 101 Beekeeping Training

Good news! Due to a venue change, spaces are now available for this Thursday 26th – Friday 27th February 2026, SAO 101 Beekeeping Training at SROS, Nafanua, Upolu.

Secure your spot quickly to avoid missing out.

101 Beekeeping Training Schedule - UPDATE

Month Training Dates Locations

February 23/02/26 – 24/02/26 SROS, Nafanua Upolu FULL - CLOSED

February 26/02/26 – 27/02/26 Lata Plantation, Taga Savai'i CANCELLED

February 26/02/26 – 27/02/26 SROS, Nafanua Upolu NEW LOCATION - Spots available

March 02/03/26 – 03/03/26 Stevenson Apiary, Manase Savai'i Limited spots available - Book asap

March 05/03/26 – 06/03/26 SROS, Nafanua Upolu Limited spots available - Book asap

19/02/2026

Dear Members
Please see correspondence from the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries for your urgent attention.

14/02/2026

Our training courses will be in English with Samoan translation for Questions and Answers available

09/02/2026

🐝 Calling All Beekeepers! 🐝
The Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, in association with Biosecurity Samoa and the Animal Protection and Health Division (APHD), with support from the Samoa Apiculture Organisation (SAO), has commenced the American Foulbrood (AFB) Surveillance Program as of 29 January.
Inspection teams will be visiting apiaries in due course, and we kindly ask all beekeepers to cooperate during inspections. SAO will be contacting beekeepers directly to arrange suitable dates and times for surveillance at your apiaries.
Your support is vital in helping these organisations protect and promote healthy hives for the betterment of Samoa 🇼🇸🐝
Thank you for working together to safeguard our beekeeping industry!

08/02/2026

Dear SAO Members,

We are pleased to advise that registrations are now open for the 101 Beekeeping Training under the FAO GAFSP Project.

The training is a 2-day course at various locations and dates. Participants can choose from the schedule below and register for which training is most convenient to them. Participants can attend multiple sessions to support their beekeeping knowledge.

101 Beekeeping Training Schedule
Month Training Dates Locations
February 23/02/26 – 24/02/26 SROS, Nafanua Upolu
February 26/02/26 – 27/02/26 Lata Plantation, Taga Savai'i
March 02/03/26 – 03/03/26 Stevenson Apiary, Manase Savai'i
March 05/03/26 – 06/03/26 SROS, Nafanua Upolu

Course details & Fees
Training is free for SAO 2026 financial members
Training will be 9.00am - 3pm on both days
Non-members are welcome to register and may attend for a fee of WST $50 per module
Certificate of completion, Please note that participants must attend the full two-day course to be eligible for a certificate of completion.
Refreshments will be provided – Tea, Coffee, Water, Lunch
No equipment is required, however should you wish to use your own beekeeping suits and gloves please bring them with you.
Mandatory Clothing requirements: Long trousers, Long sleeve shirt, closed in shoes.
To Register
Please email [email protected] with the following information:
Name:
Contact number:
Course date and location:
Cothing Size:

Spaces are limited, so we encourage interested participants to register early.

Further details on registration and attendance will be shared once confirmed. Should you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

04/02/2026

🚨 Important Notice for Beekeepers 🚨

Last night, three hives were destroyed due to confirmed cases of American Foulbrood (AFB). Sadly, one of these hives was traced back to a feral colony extraction from a school in Aleisa.

This is a stark reminder of the serious risks involved in adding feral colonies to your apiary. While it may seem like a way to expand your hive numbers, feral colonies can carry hidden diseases like AFB that threaten not only your bees but the wider beekeeping community.

👉 AFB is highly contagious and fatal to bee colonies. Once detected, destruction of infected hives is the only way to prevent further spread.👉 Extracting feral colonies without proper testing or quarantine puts all nearby hives at risk.

We urge all beekeepers to remain vigilant, practice strict biosecurity, and avoid introducing feral colonies into managed apiaries. Protecting our bees means protecting our future. 🐝💛