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Minding Your Bees and Cues

Defend Beekeeping By: Becky Masterman & Bridget Mendel Beekeepers see a healthy, populous colony, but those concerned about native bee fitness see a colony of non-native bees with an overwhelming foraging force collecting pollen and nectar needed by threatened or endangered bee species. If beekeepers unite and plant our way out of the current honey bee habitat crisis, this thriving…
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February 12, 2024
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Beekeeping as a Business Course

UF/IFAS Bee-Learning Short Courses Beekeeping as a Business: Getting Started Course Lessons: Assistance and Training Goal Setting Introduction to Business Planning Writing a Business Plan Registering Name and Taxes Licenses and Permits Course Description: In this bee-Learning Short Course, you will learn about the very first steps you need to take before starting any business, while exploring examples from the…
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February 8, 2024
Canadian Honey Council News

Information sharing for agriculture and agri-food sector representatives – February 5, 2024/ Partage d’informations pour les représentants du secteur agricole et agroalimentaire – le 5 février 2024

Information sharing for agriculture and agri-food sector representatives – February 5, 2024/ Partage d’informations pour les représentants du secteur agricole et agroalimentaire – le 5 février 2024 Information sharing – Partage d’information – February 5, 2024 ***** Le français suit...Read more
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February 7, 2024
Bee Culture

Prevalence of Varroa and Nosema

Overall number and distribution of analyzed samples from 2015 to 2022 across the U.S., displayed per state and county Zip code. (a) Samples analyzed for Varroa mite per 100 bees and (b) Nosema spore count per bee. Overlapping samples in the Zip code maps were omitted for better visualization of the sample distribution. Prevalence and distribution of Varroa destructor and Nosema spp. in symptomatic…
UOVBA News Bot
February 7, 2024
Bee Culture

Honey Bee Nutrition Guide

Honey Bee Nutrition Guide from Honey Bee Healthy Coalition Beekeepers now have a valuable resource at their fingertips with the release of the latest comprehensive Honey Bee Nutrition Guide from the Honey Bee Health Coalition. The guide is a review and manual for supplemental feeding in bee hives, giving beekeepers a simple approach to the complex and nuanced world of…
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February 6, 2024
Bee Culture

AHPA Presentation

Study Hall – From the Editor By: Jerry Hayes I was asked to present the Keynote Address at the American Honey Producers Association (AHPA) Conference this past Winter, titled Don’t Be Bashful. I have been asked if I would/could turn a 45-minute powerpoint into an article for Bee Culture. I have never done this before. Hang on, here goes. In…
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February 5, 2024
Bee Culture

The Vital Role of County Apiary Inspectors

The vital role of county apiary inspectors in safeguarding bee health By Eric Hange Medina County Apiary Inspector Michael Mohn evaluates a local hive. (Submitted photo) In the delicate balance of ecosystems, pollinators play a crucial role in ensuring the reproduction of flowering plants and the sustainability of agriculture. Among these essential pollinators, bees stand out as indispensable contributors to the…
UOVBA News Bot
February 2, 2024
Ontario Beekeepers' Association News

Job Opportunity – OBA TTP Technician

 Exciting Opportunity: Technician Position at Ontario Beekeepers' Association - Technology Transfer Program (TTP) About Us:Are you passionate about the world of bees and eager to contribute to cutting-edge research and knowledge transfer? The Ontario Beekeepers' Association (OBA) is inviting applications for a Technician to join our esteemed Technology Transfer Program (TTP). This is a fantastic chance to be an integral part…
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February 1, 2024
Ontario Beekeepers' Association News

Job Opportunity – OBA TTP Lead

 Lead Specialist Opportunity: Ontario Beekeepers' Association - Technology Transfer Program (TTP)About Us:Join a leading organization committed to the health and sustainability of Ontario's beekeeping community! The Ontario Beekeepers' Association (OBA) is searching for a dynamic Lead Specialist to take the reins of our Technology Transfer Program (TTP). This position offers a unique chance to make a lasting impact on the…
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February 1, 2024