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Want to know more about the hornet response?

November 18th, 2025

TMBC is hosting a free online Partners Forum on Wednesday, 3 December, 1–2 pm, focused on New Zealand’s response to the yellow-legged hornet (Vespa velutina). Hear from leading experts and industry representatives about current developments, response strategies, and potential impacts for beekeepers, primary industries, and communities.

Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/yellow-legged-hornet

Speakers include:

  • Mike Inglis, North Commissioner, Biosecurity New Zealand
  • Karin Kos, Chief Executive, Apiculture New Zealand
  • Arnaud Cartier, Senior Technician – Entomology / Invertebrate Containment Facility Manager, Bioeconomy Science Institute