Michael Young MBE - Winning Honey Competitions

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In this video, Michael Young MBE gives his advice on how to win honey show competitions. He gives specific pointers on presentation and stresses the importance of following the schedule. Michael also touches on candle wicking and mead. Filmed & edited by Stephen Gallagher in November 2018 at the first Galway Beekeepers Convention. This video was produced in association with the Galway Beekeepers Association and supported by the Irish Beekeepers Association CLG. Michael is a founding member of the Institute of Northern Irish Beekeepers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Ej2R_-ndYI

Honey Shows: Guidelines for Exhibitors, Superintendents and Judges

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Honey Shows: Guidelines for Exhibitors, Superintendents and Judges

Guidelines and General Considerations, Liquid Honey, Crystalized Honey, Comb Honey, Cut Comb Honey, Chunk Honey, Bulk Frames of Honey, Beeswax, Observation HIves, Novelties, Beekeepers' Gadgets, Mead (Honey Wine), Baked Goods and Candy, Government and Grading Honey and Beeswax, Addenda and Anecdotes, Index.

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EAS Honey Show Rules (2018)

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EAS Honey Show Rules (2018)

As the show is to be a competition, it is fundamental that all exhibitors know in advance the judging criteria for each class and follow the rules herein. The EAS Honey Show Committee is responsible for drafting policies, rules and judging criteria and for disseminating information. Judges will adhere to the Committee’s policies and rules.

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