Resolution:

Change the Status of Small Hive Beetle (SHB) from a Reportable Pest to a Non-Reportable Pest

CARRIED | November 2023

STATUS: OPEN

RATIONALE / PURPOSE FOR RESOLUTION:

• Whereas.. SHB is no longer a reportable pest in the United States and Australia
• Whereas… It is well-known that SHB does not cause harm in Alberta
• Whereas… The limited ability of Small Hive Beetle to cause harm in other parts of Canada is well known

BE IT RESOLVED THAT:

That the Alberta Beekeepers Commission request Canadian Honey Council work with Provincial Apiculturists and Chief Provincial Vets to develop a recommendation for the Canadian Food Inspection Agency to change the status of Small Hive Beetle from a reportable pest to a non-reportable pest.

RESOLUTION BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

Survey of Experts’ Opinions on the Management of the Small Hive Beetle in Italy https://ideas.repec.org/a/gam/jsusta/v14y2022i12p7004-d833779.html

Name of producer submitting resolution: Jeremy Olthof

Name of person seconding resolution: Ron Greidanus

2024 UPDATE

1. On hold until the outcome of the 2023 Risk Assessment is known.