Honey Bees Helping Veterans Cope with PTSD
Army Captain starts nonprofit called Bee Found to help fellow soldiers cope with PTSD.
Rare Blue Bees Found in Florida
Rare species of blue bee found still alive in Florida.
Major Data Company Promotes Better Bee Health by Advanced Analytics
This is amazing.
UMass Study: Flower Strips in Crops Can Both Benefit and Hurt Bees
Is the risk worth the improved production?
Scientists: Honey Bees Need to Eat Healthier to Fight Off Threats
A very interesing new study that takes a completely different approach on how to get our honey bees through the winter season in better shape.
Scientist: Murder Hornets Fear Could Hurt Honey Bees More
The cure may be worse than the problem, according to at least one scientist.
Japanese Honey Bees Figured Out How to Beat the Murder Hornet
The honey bees have found a way to defend themselves against the murder hornet.
UNC Scientists Develop Spray to Help Honey Bees Fight Against Varroa Mites
Exciting new study may have produced a spray that can help honey bees fight off the deadly varroa mite.
Texas Governor Creates ‘Murder Hornet Task Force’ to Protect Honey Bees
We need to see this on a federal level.
New Virus Plagues Honey Bees in Britain
Another nasty virus surfaces that is decimating hives in the UK.
Study Reveals Best Pollen Sources for Philadelphia Beekeepers
New study reveals best sources for pollen year-round for Philadelphia beekeepers.
Virus Can Turn Honey Bees into Trojan Horse for Their Hives
With IAPV, sick bees are somehow able to get past the guards and into the hive to spread infection.
Green Bay Embracing Urban Beekeeping
We are starting to see more and more big cities embrace urban beekeeping to help out our favorite pollinator. Read more…
Mechanical Pollination Could Be Our Future
Crazy or a real possibility?
NASA to Use Honey Bees to Explore Mars… Sort Of
NASA plans on using honey bees to help explore the climate and surface of MARS. Well, honey bees with a very interesting twist.
Coronavirus Lockdown Putting Crops at Risk
Honey bees are unable to get to crops for pollination due to new coronavirus restrictions. Read more…
Dead Bees in Spain Raise New Concerns
Massive piles of dead bees on Spain have brought to light another concern related to the coronavirus. Read more…
Spring is Here… and So Are the Honey Bee Swarms
Swarms are being reported all over the country, but don’t panic! Read more…
CV-19 May Actually Help UK Honey Bees
There may be some good for the honey bee out of the coronavirus pandemic. Read more…
First COVID-19, Now Europe Fearful of Asian Hornet to Honey Bee Population
Millions of Euros will be lost in either preventative costs or in agricultural losses due to the Asian hornet.
Report: Honey Bees are Bullies
Very cool report that recently came out shows just how dominant honey bees can be when they are fighting for nectar and pollen on cornflowers. Read more…
Colorado Beekeepers Preparing for ‘Swarm Season’
Swarms mean free bees for beekeepers! Read more…
Half Male-Half Female Bee Discovered
Rare been found in Panama that is half male and half female. Read more…
Why Are Honey Bees Attacking Bird Feeders?
Really interesting information here for hobbyists and beekeepers. Read more…
Honey Bee Shortage Becoming Quick Reality for Farmers
This is becoming very desperate situation.
Researchers Studying the Ideal Mix of Flowers for Pollinators to Thrive
Collectively, this could make a HUGE difference for local pollinators. Read more…
As Spring Looms, Another Possible Threat Against the Honey Bee Awaits
Beekeepers in Canada and Washington state may have an unwanted enemy of the honey bee as weather gets warmer. Read more…
How Honey Bees Turn into Undertakers
Just how do honey bees know when one of their own has fallen? An incredible new study sheds some light on the subject. Read more…
Conservation Biologist Releases ‘Bees are the Best’ Children’s Book
Scientist publishes now book to help children learn more about out favorite pollinator. Read more…
Indian Railway Company Using Honey Bee Sound System to Keep Elephants Away from Tracks
The honey bee sound system is saving elephants in India. Read more…
New Honey Bee Research Facility Launched at WSU
WSU opens new center for honey bee and pollinator research. Read more…
USDA Releases Millions for Honey Bee Protection
More funding to help protect the honey bees! Read more…
Honey Bees Swing into Action in California
Almond season has started and honey bees are answering the bell from around the country. Read more…
Wisconsin City Ponders Honey Bee Friendly Legislation
Appleton is proposing ‘No Mow May’ to give pollinators more food some spring. Read more…
Honey Bee Up for HUGE Honor in Iowa
This is great!
Air Pollution May Be Harming Health of Honey Bees
Yet another factor contributing to the death of honey bees… air pollution.
New Maine Legislation Would Limit Use of Dangerous Pesticides
This would be another great victory for the honey bee. Read more…
Warm Winters Taking a Toll on Honey Bee Populations
Over the last few days, I have been seeing a lot of articles and studies about how climate change is impacting honey bees. Now, I would not really consider this particular concern a climate change issue, because we have always had pockets of warm days in the winter, sometimes more than others. The problem now…
Honey Bee Thieves Caught with $50,000 Haul
A local honey company relied on social media to catch the theives that stole almost five dozen of their honey bee hives. Read more…