OUR MEMBERS & INDUSTRY SUPPORTERS
BICWA is a member-based organisation and we gratefully acknowledge the ongoing support of the organisations below. To enquire about becoming a member or supporting the work of BICWA please contact info@bicwa.com.au
Thank you to these organisations that support BICWA with an Alliance Partnership.
ALLIANCE PARTNER MEMBERS
Western Australia Apiary Society (WAAS)
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The WA Apiarists’ Society currently has over 800 members, the majority being hobbyists who meet to learn, share and promote the craft of beekeeping.
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Formed in 1953, the Society has been guided by a committee of volunteers under whom membership numbers have steadily increased. We are the second oldest Beekeeping Association in Western Australia and can proudly say that we have the largest membership not only in WA but in Australia.
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Meetings are held monthly (see our ‘Meetings’ page for details). Expert guest speakers and in-the-field practical sessions are a feature.
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All are welcome to attend!
Global Farms is a commission-free platform that enables farmers to showcase their brands and reach buyers worldwide.
By connecting buyers directly with primary, secondary, and surplus products, we’re helping farmers achieve fair pricing and buyers easily access quality, local goods.
We simplify technology to make it easy for every farmer to go digital, offering the tools and insights needed for better decisions and more efficient operations.
Outback Academy Australia (OAA)
OAA is a First Nations-led initiative driving regenerative agriculture and sustainable economic opportunities. Its flagship project, 'Follow the Flowers', connects First Nations landholders with experts and investors to develop ethical agriculture and horticulture businesses that repair Country and build resilient supply chains, inspired by Fairtrade principles.
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OAA supports landholders with co-designed business plans, skills development, and market access while fostering workforce inclusion, including opportunities for youth and people with disabilities.
By empowering communities and advocating for policy change, OAA creates lasting environmental, social, and economic benefits through First Nations leadership.
WAFarmers is the largest and most influential agricultural advocacy group in Western Australia.
WAFarmers represents the voice of farmers throughout Western Australia and is continually working towards a more viable, profitable and sustainable future for the agricultural industry.
As part of this pursuit, WAFarmers develops corporate partnerships with companies who provide a service to WAFarmers Members, which place money directly back into farmers’ pockets.
Founded in 1912, WAFarmers boasts a membership of over 3,500 farmers throughout Western Australia and continues to work directly with farmers on issues related to their on-farm business.
INDUSTRY SUPPORTERS
Australian Natural Biotechnology Pty Ltd (ANB) is a comprehensive Australian company dedicated to integrating research, innovation, production and wholesale. The main business focus of ANB includes beekeeping and the production of honey with unique properties. ANB wholesale health care products and bee-related skin care products. It is located in Perth.
ANB's brand Karibee is a premium honey brand with deep roots in Western Australia, embracing the slogan: Caring about you and bees!
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