An article in the American Bee Journal highlights outdated beekeeping practices and misconceptions about disease spread.
The piece recalls a 1973 professor advising students to eliminate drones from colonies, viewing them as unproductive except for occasional mating. It notes that this view was common before modern challenges like mites emerged.
A recent guide offers practical steps for beekeepers to spot and handle colony illnesses.
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A hybrid population of honeybees in Southern California demonstrates natural resistance to Varroa mites, a major threat to bee colonies. Researchers at UC Riverside found these bees carry 68% fewer mites and require far less chemical treatment. The discovery, detailed in a new study, suggests early-life defenses in larvae may hold the key.
Scientists at Cornell University have uncovered a massive population of ground-nesting miner bees at East Lawn Cemetery in Ithaca, New York, one of the largest known communities worldwide. The site supports between 3 million and 8 million bees, highlighting cemeteries as vital habitats for pollinators amid urban pressures. Researchers emphasize the role of these solitary bees in pollinating local crops like apple trees.
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LRF Värmland wants a national target to cut wild boar numbers and allow tools such as drones and traps during hunts. The proposal follows a recent call by the Social Democrats to reduce the population.