Tag: bees
Who wants to be a beekeeper? Plan spring hives now
Fall the best time to procure supplies, learn skills and build connections for thriving spring hives.
Wildflowers planted to boost Ohio bee population
In response to the decreasing bee population, the Ohio Department of Transportation has planted wildflowers along a state route to provide food for bees.
New pesticide labels will better protect bees and other pollinators
In an effort to protect pollinators, the U.S. Environmental Protection agency has developed new pesticide labels that prohibit use of some neonicotinoid pesticide products where bees are present.
Pollinator short course to focus on threats to bees
WOOSTER, Ohio -- Farmers, gardeners, beekeepers, naturalists and others with an interest in bees are invited to attend The Power of Pollinators Short Course,...
Honeybee genes that help defend against mites
Varroa mites are parasites that attack honeybees and infect them with viruses that cause death. The mites can infest and kill entire bee colonies. But certain honeybees have developed defensive behaviors that allow them to kill the varroa mites or disrupt mite reproduction.
Penn State Extension launches new beekeeping course online
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -- Beginner and experienced beekeepers and those thinking about taking up backyard beekeeping can get the information they need to be...
