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Bee Infestations Revealed
Bee Infestations Revealed A bee infestation can seemingly occur overnight, but the reality is that it has more than likely been slowly developing, and the signs were either missed or ignored. The thought of a giant beehive in our attic, wall, or garage is not something most people are even thinking about when they notice…
Read MoreSupporting Pollinator Health Worldwide
Supporting Pollinator Health Worldwide Supporting pollinators and the tireless efforts of different organizations, volunteers, scientists, beekeepers, and gardeners is not just a nationwide movement; it is worldwide. Every individual has an opportunity to do something small or big to support pollinator health across the globe. Even little measures can have a meaningful and lasting impact…
Read MoreBees and Climate Change
Bees and Climate Change Climate change directly impacts bees, and without bees, we have no crops, sparse gardens, and limited fruits, vegetables, and nuts. Bees work tirelessly to keep our ecosystems alive, but they are now facing growing threats from climate change. Changing bloom times, devastating droughts, and fires make it difficult for bees to…
Read MoreNew Bee Pollen Source Changing Beekeeping
New Bee Pollen Source Changing Beekeeping Worker bees leave the hive daily to find sources of pollen and nectar. As some bee species continue to struggle, there is a new bee pollen source that could change beekeeping significantly. Scientists have discovered a new pollen source that may help colonies sustain themselves without pollen found in…
Read MoreThe Buzzing Trio of Bees, Gardening, and the Environment
The Buzzing Trio of Bees, Gardening, and the Environment The perfect trio exists in nature. It is the meeting point and crossover among bees, gardening, and the environment, although the three players in this perfect trio depend on one another. The Bees’ Role in the Trio Bees may be the unsung heroes of gardens, and…
Read MoreThe Critical Role of Protecting the Beehive
The Critical Role of Protecting the Beehive Beekeepers will experience moments of excitement and moments of loss. When a beekeeper has a beehive that is lost, it is often due to a mite infestation. Varroa mites infect hives and spread a virus that can wipe out a colony. Worse, these mites can also spread the…
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