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Hawley demands answers from Tyson Foods CEO on allegations of illegal migrant child labor

Missouri Sen. Josh Hawley raises concerns over Tyson Foods' alleged involvement in ill...

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TOPIC(S): Beekeeping, Pollinators,

09/21/2023 SOURCE: www.msn.com

As Australia's bees face varroa mite infestation, it's hoped hover flies can fill the role of crop pollinator

As threats to Australia's bee population increase, including from varroa mite, a fly is emerging as a top alternative pollinator for crops.

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TOPIC(S): Pollinators,

09/21/2023 SOURCE: www.lowellsun.com

The lessons of the bees: Innovation Academy educator studies pollinators in Costa Rica

TYNGSBORO — Lessons learned while studying bees this summer could help students at Innovation Academy learn lessons about living — in this school year and beyond.

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TOPIC(S): Pollinators,

09/21/2023 SOURCE: www.devdiscourse.com

Pollination by multiple bee species improves cherry harvest: Research | Science-Environment

Trees should be pollinated by both honey bees and mason bees for the best cherry harvest. A recent study performed by a University of Gothenburg professor demonstrates yet another advantage of biodiversity.

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TOPIC(S): Pollinators,

09/21/2023 SOURCE: www.joplinglobe.com

Pollinator garden to welcome bees, butterflies, birds to Joplin Public Library

A diversity of pollinators is necessary to a healthy environment, according to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and the Joplin Public Library is doing its part to help pollinators

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TOPIC(S): Beekeeping, Pollinators,

09/21/2023 SOURCE: phys.org

Pollination by more than one bee species found to improve cherry harvest

To obtain the biggest cherry harvest, trees should be pollinated by both honey bees and mason bees. A new study led by a researcher at the University of Gothenburg shows yet another benefit of biodiversity.

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TOPIC(S): Beekeeping, Pollinators,

09/21/2023 SOURCE: www.technologynetworks.com

Pesticides, Including Neonicotinoids, Found in Pollen of Different Bee Species

New research paints a worrying picture of the exposure to pesticides experienced by different bee species, raising concerns about widespread exposure to chemicals.

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TOPIC(S): FFA/4-H,

09/21/2023 SOURCE: www.westernnebraskaobserver.net

150 FFA MEMBERS DESCEND UPON KIMBALL COUNTY

Banner County's Andie West participated in the Area 1 Range Judging Contest on Tuesday, when more than 150 FFA students from 14 different Panhandle schools visited Kimball County to participate in the event. Site 1, shown above, was at Oliver Reservoir. The students had to identify 24 range plants, provide information about them and determine if th...

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TOPIC(S): FFA/4-H,

09/21/2023 SOURCE: agupdate.com

Packed with goals, Southwest FFA kicks off school year

Southwest FFA in Bartley, Neb. is excited to kick off a new school in 2023-2024. The chapter, located at Southwest Public Schools in Red Willow County, also has students who