Certificate of Inspection forms are in HiveHub for non DECA holders only
Your Certificate of Inspection is to be completed between 1 August and 31 November each year.
A COI is a legal document that must be completed by all beekeepers without a current Disease Elimination Conformity Agreement (DECA) with The Management Agency. As per Clause 27 of the AFB NPMP, a COI is a legal document that must be completed by all beekeepers without a current Disease Elimination Conformity Agreement (DECA) with The Management Agency.
If you are required to complete a COI, all your colonies must be inspected by a certified DECA-accredited inspector between 1 August and 30 November each year. Both the inspection and submission of your COI are submitted via HiveHub.
Every beekeeper is responsible for arranging their inspection directly with a DECA holder. You can find a list of certified DECA-accredited inspectors here.
Consult this flow chart if you are unsure whether you need to complete a COI.
For further information on the COI process, CLICK HERE.
Commercial Refresher Course - West Coast
Are you a commercial beekeeper?
We know that commercial beekeeping operations have unique challenges. We also know commercial operators can successfully manage and eliminate AFB from their businesses, through education and upskilling of their staff who do day-to-day beekeeping. And we are committed to supporting you with that.
After a successful pilot delivery in the South Island, we are excited to introduce its new AFB refresher course; solely for commercial beekeepers and their field staff!
CLICK HERE to find out what's on offer via our promotional video!
About the course:
The course focuses on approved AFB disease management practices, best bee husbandry practices that are effective and economically sound. The course also provides clarity on NZ Bee Health & Biosecurity's expectations for AFB elimination. Registrations are now OPEN.
Cost:
The course registration fees is $75/per person, applicable to the first 10 attendees (employees and management staff) from a commercial operation. The price is capped at 10 employees which means if you send more than 10 employees, you will still only be charged $750.
For more information and to register your interest, please contact Janette at training@nzbb.org.nz or phone 0800 232 767.
Christchurch AFB 2 hr REFRESHER
Staying up to date with your AFB Recognition knowledge is essential for all beekeepers.
By attending a 2 hour AFB Recognition Refresher course, you will be reminded how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
All beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition Refresher course to help you familiarise with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Kerikeri AFB Recognition Course
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Grey Lynn AFB 2 hr REFRESHER
Staying up to date with your AFB Recognition knowledge is essential for all beekeepers.
By attending a 2 hour AFB Recognition Refresher course, you will be reminded how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
All beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition Refresher course to help you familiarise with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Orewa AFB Recognition Course
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Ashburton AFB Recognition Course
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Palmerston North AFB Recognition Course
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
New Plymouth AFB Recognition Course
Notes
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Blenheim AFB Recognition Course
Notes
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Masterton AFB Recognition Course
Notes
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Dunedin AFB Recognition Course
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Christchurch AFB Recognition Course
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Queenstown AFB Recognition Course
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Taupo AFB Recognition Course
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Hastings AFB Recognition Course
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Manurewa AFB Recognition Course
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Nelson AFB Recognition Course
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Northcote AFB Recognition Course
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Tauranga Full Course
Notes
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Lower Hutt AFB Recognition Course
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Hokitika AFB Recognition Course
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Rotorua AFB Recognition Course
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Pukekohe AFB Recognition Course
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Please contact Janette at training@nzbb.org.nz if you wish to attend this full course as a refresher.
Commercial Refresher Course
Are you a commercial beekeeper?
We know that commercial beekeeping operations have unique challenges. We also know commercial operators can successfully manage and eliminate AFB from their businesses, through education and upskilling of their staff who do day-to-day beekeeping. And we are committed to supporting you with that.
After a successful pilot delivery in the South Island, we are excited to introduce its new AFB refresher course; solely for commercial beekeepers and their field staff!
CLICK HERE to find out what's on offer via our promotional video!
About the course:
The course focuses on approved AFB disease management practices, best bee husbandry practices that are effective and economically sound. The course also provides clarity on NZ Bee Health & Biosecurity's expectations for AFB elimination. Registrations are now OPEN.
Cost:
The course registration fees is $75/per person, applicable to the first 10 attendees (employees and management staff) from a commercial operation. The price is capped at 10 employees which means if you send more than 10 employees, you will still only be charged $750.
For more information and to register your interest, please contact Janette at training@nzbb.org.nz or phone 0800 232 767.
Commercial Refresher Course
Are you a commercial beekeeper?
We know that commercial beekeeping operations have unique challenges. We also know commercial operators can successfully manage and eliminate AFB from their businesses, through education and upskilling of their staff who do day-to-day beekeeping. And we are committed to supporting you with that.
After a successful pilot delivery in the South Island, we are excited to introduce its new AFB refresher course; solely for commercial beekeepers and their field staff!
CLICK HERE to find out what's on offer via our promotional video!
About the course:
The course focuses on approved AFB disease management practices, best bee husbandry practices that are effective and economically sound. The course also provides clarity on NZ Bee Health & Biosecurity's expectations for AFB elimination. Registrations are now OPEN.
Cost:
The course registration fees is $75/per person, applicable to the first 10 attendees (employees and management staff) from a commercial operation. The price is capped at 10 employees which means if you send more than 10 employees, you will still only be charged $750.
For more information and to register your interest, please contact Janette at training@nzbb.org.nz or phone 0800 232 767.
Palmerston North AFB 2 hr REFRESHER
Staying up to date with your AFB Recognition knowledge is essential for all beekeepers.
By attending a 2 hour AFB Recognition Refresher course, you will be reminded how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
All beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition Refresher course to help you familiarise with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Ohakune AFB Recognition Course
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Grey Lynn AFB Recognition Course
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Hamilton AFB Recognition Course
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Hamilton AFB Recognition Course
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
TeAtatu Peninsula AFB Recognition Course
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Invercargill AFB Recognition Course
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Christchurch AFB Recognition Course
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
New Plymouth Full Course
Notes
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Tauranga Full Course
Notes
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
AFB Levy Invoices & ADR forms are in HiveHub
Your Levy Invoice, Colony Return & Annual Disease Return are now due.
If you haven’t yet, please log in and click on the following buttons on your HiveHub Home page:
Submit Colony Return - to submit your Colony Return, and
Submit ADR – to submit your Annual Disease Return
Please submit your Colony Return and Annual Disease Return no later than 1 June 2025.
Levy Invoice
Your invoice has been calculated on your registered honey bee colonies as at 31st March 2025. A breakdown of your invoice can be found on HiveHub. You can also download a PDF copy of your invoice.
Cromwell AFB Recognition Course
Attending an AFB Recognition course is essential for all beekeepers. Learn how to recognise the early signs of AFB (American Foulbrood) to ensure your hives stay healthy and free of AFB. Gain confidence in identifying AFB symptoms early to prevent its spread.
Even if you do not wish to become a DECA holder, all beekeepers are encouraged to attend an AFB Recognition course which will help to familiarise you with what is normal and what is not in your working hive. This ensures that the detection and recognition of AFB is caught early and eliminated, prior to spreading.
Dunedin Full Course
Notes
The classroom based AFB Recognition and Refresher Courses are an excellent option for those beekeepers that are wanting to attend the training and sit the assessment in person. Where possible, classroom based courses will have an AFB infected frame available for beekeepers to study.
The classroom based courses will continue to run in parallel with our online training options.