AFB Spore Surveillance Across BC

Participation request form

With support from Pollinator Partnership, the BC-TTP is grateful for the opportunity to evaluate the distribution of American foulbrood FB(AFB) (Paenibacillus. larvae) spores across British Columbia using pooled, extracted honey samples. 

Please complete the form in full, we will email you to confirm your participation and include detailed instructions for sample preparation, shipping and cost reimbursement. Thank you for your interest!

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