Episode 250: Apis Mellifera Mellifera with Dr. Mark Barnett UFhoneybeelab

Episode 250: Apis Mellifera Mellifera with Dr. Mark Barnett

In this episode of Two Bees in a Podcast, Amy Vu and Dr. Jamie Ellis discuss Apis mellifera mellifera with Dr. Mark Barnett, researcher at the Roslin Institute at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland and co-founder of Beebytes. Check out our website: www.ufhoneybee.com (https://www.ufhoneybee.com/)  for additional resources from today's episode. 
Alexa Mantifel
September 4, 2026
Impact and Management of African-Derived Honey Bees | Beekeeping Academy | Ep. 105 UFhoneybeelab

Impact and Management of African-Derived Honey Bees | Beekeeping Academy | Ep. 105

Africanized honey bees, and the issues associated with them, are a reality in many parts of the world. In this episode, Dr. Ellis shares tips for responding to an Africanized honey bee attack and discusses how to manage your bees if you keep bees in an area where Africanized honey bees are present. Links: Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and…
Alexa Mantifel
September 4, 2026
Honey Balsamic Chicken Veggie Roast Whitewater Honey Co.

Honey Balsamic Chicken Veggie Roast

This text details a late-summer culinary recipe designed to serve four people using fresh, seasonal produce. The dish features bone-in chicken thighs that are seared and roasted with a savory honey-balsamic glaze infused with garlic and smoked paprika. Accompanied by zucchini, corn, and cherry tomatoes, the meal is cooked at a high temperature to achieve a caramelized texture and blistered…
Breck Demers
August 20, 2026
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Help Recover Stolen Bee Hives

An article from an apiary publication describes the theft of three beehives from a property near Cobourg, Ontario, during the middle of May. Business owner John Downey discovered the loss from a vacant plot of land that appeared abandoned to passersby due to its recent real estate listing. The stolen property included a custom-painted hive belonging to the owner's young…
Breck Demers
August 20, 2026
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Varroa Mite Resistance in Ontario

This report details a surveillance study conducted in Ontario to evaluate how effectively three common synthetic acaricides—Apivar, Apistan, and Bayvarol—kill the parasitic varroa mite. Researchers utilized the Pettis test across various apiaries to determine if these pests have developed resistance to the chemical treatments meant to protect honey bee colonies. The findings indicate that Apivar remains the most successful treatment,…
Breck Demers
August 20, 2026
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Ontario Beekeeping Laws Urban Hives vs Rural Rules

Ontario's bee law, 28 years old, forces 30m setbacks from property lines. This rural rule cripples urban beekeeping, risking fines & limiting city pollination efforts. #Beekeeping #OntarioBees #UrbanBeekeeping #Pollinators #AgriLaw #BeeConservation #CityGardening #SustainableLiving #honeybees #valleybeekeeping http://www.valleybeekeeping.com
Breck Demers
August 20, 2026
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Propolis Nature’s Microscopic Immune System Revealed!

Discover the microscopic chemical defenses within propolis. Packed with flavonoids and phenolic acids, it acts as a powerful antimicrobial agent, destroying bacteria, fungi, and viruses. Bees use it to build a natural immune system, and humans have sought its wellness benefits for centuries. #Propolis #BeeProducts #NaturalRemedies #Antioxidants #HealthBenefits #honeybees #valleybeekeeping http://www.valleybeekeeping.com
Breck Demers
August 20, 2026