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How Pesticides Affect Bees
How Pesticides Affect Bees Pesticides are commonly used to exterminate pests, and insecticides are used to get rid of insects. As there is an apparent movement towards lower-toxicity pest and insect treatments, we are still faced with the reality that many pest control companies use chemicals that have adverse effects on bees. Insecticides kill bees,…
Read MoreCelebrating Different Bee Species
Celebrating Different Bee Species Bees are incredibly unique. Bees are complex with social structures that AI programmers have adapted. Bee biology continues to fascinate scientists and enthusiasts alike. Bees are critical contributors to pollination and are big hitters in food production. All bees have their roles in pollination; both social and solitary species contribute to…
Read MoreHow Sweet! The Flower to Jar Honey Process
How Sweet! The Flower to Jar Honey Process The busy work of honeybees and experienced beekeepers shows up in jars on grocery aisles, gift stores, and local beekeeping boutiques. How does honey get from the flower and little bee-padded feet to decorative jars so we get to enjoy the sweet treat? The process from flower…
Read MoreBees Have Pest Problems, Too
Bees Have Pest Problems, Too There is no location on earth completely free of ants. If you are lucky, you may not have ant issues every year in your home or business. The breadth of ant pestering goes beyond the kitchen, trash, and areas with access to water, but they also often pester bees! Ants…
Read MoreWhen You Discover Your New Neighbors Are Beekeepers
When You Discover Your New Neighbors Are Beekeepers Moving can be stressful and exciting, and it offers a new start. However, along with moving comes all the unknowns of the new location: the best local food, a dentist, and what your new neighbors are like. We all hope for the knock at the door and…
Read MoreBeehives Without Borders
Beehives Without Borders A recent bee-related trending post on Instagram showed an impressive display of bees adapting to no frames in the hive and building a breathtaking honeycomb structure. So, why do beekeepers use frames in their hives? What happens if they do not? Surprisingly, many beekeepers are legally required to provide frames for their…
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