Defending and promoting beekeeping, supporting beekeepers, raising awareness about the survival of bees, and highlighting their role in biodiversity are at the heart of our projects.
Our daily support for the beekeeping industry and our partnership actions reflects this commitment.
Our Innovations in Support of Beekeepers
Véto-pharma places innovation at the heart of its mission for bee health.
Every year, 10% of its revenue is dedicated to research and development.
The experimental apiary
In 2014, we inaugurated our experimental apiary.
Several objectives motivated this project, including: In 2014, we launched our experimental apiary with several goals: to conduct autonomous trials to accelerate the development of solutions, to update our technical references to ensure the compliance of Véto-pharma products, and to strengthen our expertise, particularly against Varroa destructor.
In 10 years, the innovation team has made significant progress: the apiary grew from 100 to 380 colonies. The Varroa EasyCheck was developed to count varroa mites, and the VespaCatch trap was improved to selectively catch the Yellow-legged hornet. Several nutritional solutions have been tested, and future treatments for Varroa are in the works.
The bee R&D laboratory
Since 2021, the Bee Innovation department has relocated part of its research center to EVA. It currently houses our dedicated Research and Development team, consisting of engineers, researchers, doctors (in pathology, toxicology, genetics, and nutrition), and beekeeping technicians.
In 2018, our experts intensified their efforts in researching new molecules against Varroa, developing their own screening methods.
Today, more than 100 active ingredients have been tested, and some have shown promising results for the future!
EVA – bee valorization space
Opened in 2015, EVA was created to bring together innovation, technology, and education in one place. Located in Chaillac, France, it is near our industrial site where our products are manufactured.
This space houses the R&D and technical division of the experimental apiary, a honey house, and an educational area to raise awareness about bees and promote their conservation.
It hosts various national and local events focused on beekeeping topics, open to the general public, including young people. Conferences for beekeepers and free visits for schools and the general public are also organized here.
Contact information and reservations :
eva@vetopharma.com – +33 6 77 67 17 33
Address : 5 rue de la Touche – 36310 Chaillac – FRANCE
Our Partnerships
Collaboration with Simon Fraser University to fight against Varroa
The new active ingredient discovered by a team of Canadian researchers in the early 2000s holds significant potential to revolutionize the fight against the major bee parasite, Varroa destructor. This discovery will provide beekeepers worldwide with a new, effective, and tailored solution. Field trials conducted in Canada over the past several years have shown promising results.
In 2023, Véto-pharma and Simon Fraser University (SFU) in Canada joined forces to develop a new acaricide against varroa.
We are confident that this collaboration will bring this discovery to fruition and help preserve the health of bee colonies globally.
Sponsor of the International Coloss Network
COLOSS (Colony Loss Prevention Organization – COLony LOSSes) is an international scientific organization. Its mission is to support the survival of bees worldwide, promote their health, coordinate international research, and share knowledge related to improving their well-being. Its projects are globally recognized and widely praised by the beekeeping community.
Since 2017, Véto-pharma has been one of the main sponsors of COLOSS. In practice, we provide financial support, participate in their annual conference, and are also a member of the ‘Varroa Task Force.
Gold Partner of the French Honey Competition
The French Honey competition is organized by the UNAF (National Union of Beekeepers of France) and the CNTESA (National Technico-Economic and Scientific Commission for Beekeeping). It rewards the quality of French honeys and processed products such as nougat, gingerbread, and mead. It highlights the exceptional work of beekeepers.
Véto-pharma has been designated as the “Gold Partner” of the competition since its creation in 2018: we provide them with financial support, and some of our employees are members of the jury!
Member of the Honey Bee Health Coalition
The Honey Bee Health Coalition is a collaborative initiative bringing together beekeepers, researchers, businesses, and environmental organizations in the United States and Canada.
Its members work together to improve the health of bee colonies, notably through the creation of educational tools and a program promoting cooperation between farmers and beekeepers.
Since 2017, Véto-pharma has been a member of the Honey Bee Health Coalition, attending informational meetings and providing financial support to the coalition.
Financial support for the Apimondia “Bee health” Symposium
The “Bee Health” Symposium is an event organized by Apimondia, the international federation of beekeepers’ associations and other organizations working in the beekeeping sector since 1895.
At this event, experts, researchers, and beekeepers from around the world gather to discuss advancements and challenges related to bee health. Topics such as diseases, pests, nutrition, and sustainable hive management strategies are addressed.
Véto-pharma provided financial support during the latest edition in June 2024 in Madrid.
Our Support doesn’t Stop There!
Our BeeTuned platform offers content in English on bee science, presented in a clear, accessible, and understandable way for all beekeepers, whether professional or amateur. You’ll find articles, webinars, and podcasts hosted by scientific experts specializing in beekeeping.
We write and distribute Guides designed to help beekeepers.
Once a year, we organize the “Valorizing Bees and Beekeeping” amateur photography contest for both adults and children in France and Europe. The exhibitions resulting from the various contests are made available free of charge to local authorities, partners, and associations.
At beekeeping gatherings and events, we distribute pollinator-friendly seeds.
We regularly participate in local beekeeping events.
To Go Further
Véto-pharma apiary: 80 new colonies for Varroa Research
Véto-pharma celebrates 10 years of beekeeping research: its experimental apiary reaches 380 colonies, a key asset against varroa mites.
Products for bees made using solar energy
In a world where every action matters to preserve our planet, we have decided to take concrete action.
Announcement Winner of the ‘favorite photo’ award ‘Let’s value honey bee and Apiculture’ 2024
Vétopharma organizes an annual amateur contest “Let’s value honey bee and apiculture” discover the winner.
Results of the 2024 “Let’s value the honey bee and Beekeeping” Photo Contest
The photo competition raises public awareness of the importance of preserving pollinating insects including bees and promoting beekeeping.
A commitment and a human adventure at the heart of our values for the health of bees
Today, the Véto-pharma apiary celebrates ten years of research and innovation dedicated to the health of bees, which is essential to our biodiversity.
Revolutionising the fight against varroa mites: Véto-pharma’s Cutting-Edge R&D
In 2014, Véto-pharma launched its experimental apiary, a cornerstone of its intensive research and development efforts.