CATCH THE BUZZ- Worlds Biggest Pollination Event
The world’s biggest pollination event is in the Central Valley By: Justin Sacher FRESNO, California (KSEE) – The world’s biggest pollination event is taking place right now here in the Central Valley. Every blossom on an almond tree has the potential to grow into an almond — but only if it is pollinated. To have a successful crop, bees are critical.…
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CATCH THE BUZZ- Honey Bee Nosema Parasite Hijacks Iron
ARS News Service New studies show that Nosema ceranae hijacks the pollinator’s iron, diverting it to the parasite’s own needs. Parasite Hijacks Iron in Honey Bees For media inquiries contact: Kim Kaplan, 301-504-1637 BELTSVILLE, MARYLAND, February 18, 2021—An Agricultural Research Service entomologist has discovered the Nosema ceranae parasite that causes major problems and death in honey bees works by hijacking its host’s iron…
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