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April 25, 2026

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Ontario’s 2018 Bee Crisis

In 2018, Ontario beekeepers faced a catastrophic crisis as overwinter hive losses reached unprecedented levels, threatening the future of the local industry. A survey conducted by the Ontario Beekeepers’ Association revealed that nearly one-third of participants lost the vast majority of their colonies due to a combination of extreme weather and environmental stressors. The report identifies a prolonged, freezing winter…
Breck Demers
April 25, 2026
Management-Related Stressors | Beekeeping Academy | Ep. 90 UFhoneybeelab

Management-Related Stressors | Beekeeping Academy | Ep. 90

Several management issues can jeopardize the health and productivity of honey bee colonies. These include a lack of preparation, not having adequate access to beekeeping equipment, working bees too much/too little, and smoking bees too much/too little. This video is all about these issues, how to recognize them, and how to mitigate them. Links: 📲 Follow us on Instagram, Facebook…
Alexa Mantifel
April 25, 2026