Bees

Education about bees should begin in childhood to ensure their survival, as they pollinate one-third of food crops. A beekeeper shares practical ways to turn kids' fear into fascination through hands-on activities. These methods aim to foster long-term conservation awareness.

November 22, 2025 Reported by AI

Researchers at the University of British Columbia have discovered that viral infections in honey bee queens reduce their pheromone production, triggering workers to replace them through a process called supersedure. This finding explains many queen failures faced by beekeepers and suggests synthetic pheromones as a solution to stabilize hives. The study highlights the role of viruses, often spread by varroa mites, in disrupting colony health.