Tag: Foundation
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A Pollinators’ Feast in the February Issue of Sagħtar
The KNM Foundation announces the second installment of the Katerina’s Diary series, featured in the February 2026 Sagħtar magazine. Titled “Katerina Goes to the Pollinators’ Feast,” the story narrates Katerina’s joyful experience at a wedding feast with fellow pollinators, emphasising ecological themes of pollination and biodiversity while encouraging cooperation.
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Grant Awards Ceremony 2026: ‘Katerina’s Storybook Adventure’ Project Receives Funding
On 20th February 2026, the Foundation for the Conservation of the Maltese Honey Bee received funding through the SIS for their new project, “Katerina’s Storybook Adventure.” This initiative includes a Maltese-language children’s book designed to educate and inspire young readers about Malta’s biodiversity while supporting educational objectives and community engagement.
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Beekeeping Meets Conservation: The Maltese Honey Bee 2nd Edition Course Underway
Following the launch of its pioneering course Introduction to Beekeeping and Conservation of the Maltese Honey Bee, which was met with success and strong demand, the Foundation is proud to once again deliver its second edition of this course to a fully booked group, this time round in English. Recognising the demands of modern lifestyles,…
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Katerina the Honey Bee: An English Song to Celebrate Malta’s Native Bee
Katerina the Honey Bee (Bizz Bizz Bizz) is an English adaptation of the beloved Maltese song, aimed at promoting environmental awareness and early language learning. Sponsored by the HSBC Malta Foundation, it engages young listeners with catchy rhythms and interactive movement, teaching them about bees’ vital role in nature while enhancing vocabulary and phonemic skills.
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Press Release | Launching Phase 2: Drafting the Action Plan for the Conservation of the National Insect
The Foundation for the Conservation of the Maltese Honey Bee has launched Phase 2 of its Action Plan, focusing on protecting the endemic honey bee, Apis mellifera ruttneri. A draft plan is open for public feedback until 20th February 2026, emphasising community involvement and ongoing conservation efforts through a structured timeline and measurable objectives.
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Aġġornata | Niskopru n-Naħla Maltija: Iż-Żejtun
Il-Fondazzjoni f’kollaborazzjoni ma’ Wirt iż-Żejtun, ser ittella’ laqgħa t’informazzjoni għall-pubbliku bl-isem ta’ Niskopru n-Naħla Maltija. Flimkien mal-kelliem tal-Fondazzjoni Dylan Farrugia, f’din il-laqgħa ta’ madwar siegħa ser inkunu qed niskopru iktar fuq in-Naħla Maltija; x’inhu dan l-insett u x’inhi l-importanza tiegħu? Il-Fondazzjoni ser ikollha Għasel tar-Rebbiegħa ’25 (donazzjoni ta’ €10) numru ta’ Keychains ta’ Katerina (donazzjoni ta’…
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Pollinators Celebrating Love: The English Version of Festin Għad-Dakkara in the Making
The Foundation for the Conservation of the Maltese Honey Bee is creating an English version of the song Festin Għad-Dakkara, titled Pollinators Celebrating Love. This adaptation retains the original’s playful spirit and educational focus, teaching children about pollination and the vital roles of various pollinators through a lively narrative featuring Katerina the Honey Bee.
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Katerina Comes to Life with a New Interactive NFC Keychain
The Foundation has introduced the Katerina NFC keychain, designed for children and families in Malta. This educational keychain features the mascot Katerina and, through NFC technology, provides access to a trio of songs about the Maltese Honey Bee and environmental awareness. Priced at €2, it promotes learning and local beekeeping.
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“Ngħarblu x’Qalulna”: Reflecting on Voices for the Maltese Honey Bee
The Foundation’s campaign “Ngħarblu x’Qalulna” promotes the importance of the Maltese Honey Bee through expert insights, documentaries, and community engagement. Featuring beekeepers, researchers, and cultural figures, the initiative facilitates knowledge sharing and conservation awareness, fostering public interest in preserving Malta’s unique biodiversity and honey bee population.
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Custodians of the National Insect: A Two-Tier Commitment by Beekeepers
The initiative implements a two-tier system for beekeepers to safeguard this subspecies, promoting conservation efforts through structured participation and support, reinforcing national pride in Malta’s unique honey bee.
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