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Pollinator activists wrap up tour in truck filled with dead bees
The Keep the Hives Alive Tour, aimed at saving pollinators like bees, wrapped up at EPA headquarters this week. Click to read more on the cross country feat.
June 22, 2016
Safety
Extra caution needed to avoid swarming bee season
Swarming is a natural part of reproduction in honey bee colonies. Click to read why they do, what to do if you see a swarm, and how to avoid and treat a bee sting.
June 16, 2016
Business
Neonicotinoid ban stalls in Illinois, moves forward abroad
In Illinois, legislation has been proposed to ban the use of neonicotinoids a type of pesticide shown by the Enivronmental Protection Agency to put bees at risk.
March 22, 2016
Business
Without bees, Christmas dinner would be less jolly
Honeybees are a vital part of peoples diet. Click here to read more about how honeybees are apart of your Christmas dinner.
December 21, 2015
Business
New research cites glyphosate as threat to bees
As if honey bees didn’t have it bad enough, a new study has found that exposure to the chemical glyphosate – the active ingredient in the popular herbicide Roundup – impairs a bee’s ability to return home. The study, conducted by German and Argentinian scientists, was published in the Journal of Experimental Biology. The researchers […]
September 22, 2015
Business
How to: Boost bees in clients’ gardens, landscapes
Dogged by pests, pathogens, poor nutrition and other problems, the European honey bee is having a rough time these days. The bee pollinates more than 90 different kinds of fruit, vegetable and nut crops. These same crops are also pollinated by native bees, particularly on smaller or diversified farms and especially in home gardens. Together, […]
September 9, 2015
Business
Honey Bee Population Showing Signs of Bouncing Back
In honor of National Honey Bee Day this Saturday, the Bayer Bee Care Program is sharing the good news about honey bees. According to the organization, honey bees are rebounding when compared to previous years.
August 15, 2014
Business
Insecticide Helps Health of Honey Bee Population
Natural Forces has introduced a Varroa mite fighting insecticide. SucraShield is a formula based on natural sugar esters and is approved by the USDA National Organic Program.
September 6, 2013
Business
Honey Bees Get New Home in Missouri
The people of Kansas City, Missouri should start seeing a few more honey bees buzzing around after the help of a few volunteers.
August 27, 2013
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