Bees and Water
Top Beekeeping Tips from The Experts
Top Beekeeping Tips from the Experts The top beekeeping tips remain the same whether you are new to the hobby, just exploring inviting bees into your garden, or you are a well-established beekeeper. All beekeepers want their bees to be healthy and happy, and there are several tips that can help every beekeeper ensure their…
Read MoreBe a Bee Superhero: Heat Stress Management Techniques for Beekeepers
Be a BEE Superhero Beekeeper Management Techniques Beekeepers play a crucial role in mitigating the impact of extreme temperatures on their colonies. By implementing certain management techniques, they can help their bees cope with heat stress and maintain their health and productivity. As our nation experiences prolonged extreme heat this summer, here are some ways…
Read MoreBuzzing Under the Heat: Exploring the Impact of Extreme Temperatures on Bees
Exploring the Impact of Extreme Temperatures on Bees As the world grapples with the effects of climate change, one of the often-overlooked victims is the humble bee. These little pollinators play a vital role in our ecosystem, pollinating plants and ensuring the survival of countless species. However, as temperatures rise to unprecedented levels, bees face…
Read MoreCalifornia Storms Delay Pollination and Yield Sweeter Honey
This year went down as one of California’s wettest and longest winters. The storms in California devastated some areas but were also an answer to an enduring hope that the drought state would experience a rainy season. However, the back-to-back storms were more than many crops and residents could handle. The continual and prolonged stormy…
Read MoreCalifornia’s Record Rainfall Provides Reclaimed Water Sources for Bees
California has experienced a bonanza of rain, which provides relief from the hovering drought conditions typical to the state. What is the best use of all this water, and how can it be reclaimed and used to bring value to the state’s agriculture and ecosystems? California leads the way when it comes to water conservation…
Read MoreAre Bees More Active After Bad Weather?
I recently ran into a neighbor that told me they had been stung three times in the last couple of days by some bees on the property. We had just had some bad weather, which she attributed to the multiple stings. At first, I chuckled, thinking that could not be possible. However, the conversation piqued…
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