Within the Department of Animal and Plant Sciences, Sheffield University. Information on researchers, research and publications in the field of apiculture, honey bees, social insects and social behaviour. Contact details.

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) page on bee health, Varroa, and the development of resistance. Contact details and links.

From Beecraft - description and diagnosis of the diseases, information for beekeepers on how to deal with an outbreak, and legislation.

A not-for-profit organization, based in Cardiff, to increase awareness of the role of bees in agriculture and the environment. Details of staff, publications, events, and membership. Contact details. IBRA promotes the study and conservation of bees which in themselves are indicators of the world's biodiversity.d beekeeping

Government site, with information on their research, diagnostic, laboratory analysis, and related bee health services. Bee Health Advisory Panel. Summarises UK and European legislation on bees and beekeeping.

Update on Varroa Resistance from the National Bee Unit. Includes information and advice for beekeepers.

From Beecraft - description of the parasite and problems caused, strategies for detecting varroa and control (using biotechnical and chemical methods), and information on resistance.