Pollinators

10/23/2023 SOURCE: www.msn.com

How a plant pollinating machine is helping farmers and bees

The world’s food production depends largely on the work of bees, the natural pollinators of many crops. However, bee populations are facing serious threats from climate change, habitat loss and pesticides, which affect their health and productivity. As a result, farmers are struggling to ensure adequate pollination for their crops, especially those that require cross-pollination, […]

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10/20/2023 SOURCE: www.newsofthearea.com.au

Information and support for beekeepers when managing Varroa mite - News Of The Area

AS preparations continue in the transition to management of Varroa mite in NSW, a range of support materials have now been made available to assist beekeepers begin to learn to live with Varroa mite. NSW Department of Primary Industries (NSW DPI) Technical Specialist Elizabeth Frost said the online materials will support beekeepers building their knowledge...

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10/19/2023 SOURCE: www.panolian.com

Project addresses viral infection of queen bees - The Panolian

By Nathan Gregory MSU Extension Service Despite widespread populations of honeybees and the major implications of their health, there are few direct options for beekeepers to reduce viral disease transmission to queens. Two apiculturists with the Mississippi State University Extension Service are out to improve the health and quality of queen bees while collaborating with […]

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