There have been new discoveries regarding deformed wing virus (DWV), a threat to honeybee colonies in most parts of the world. DWV is typically associated with varroa mites, which are another threat to bees that can spread the virus within a colony. The mites are small blood sucking parasites known to infect adult bees through…
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Heavy rains in South Australia are delaying plants from blossoming and leaving beekeepers without honey. The rainfall seems to be slowing down production, especially in Adelaide Hills. It is ironic considering lack of rain and dry seasons are usually the greatest concern with most farms, as a proper balance of rainfall and dryness being an essential…
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Manuka Honey, Banana Dog Treats Most dog owners enjoy rewarding their family pets during training sessions or just when they feel their dogs deserve something sweet for themselves. While it is always fine to buy a box of treats at the store, if you’re looking to feed your dog something healthier or more personal and…
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In Doubtless Bay, New Zealand, at least tens of thousands of bees or 300 hives were killed. The owners of Daykel Apiaries and the lost hives believe the cause of death may have been poisoning. So far, no one knows what happened to the bees, but many believe the deaths were a form of sabotage…
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Why Dogs Love Honeybees Too! Not only are bee products well considered among humans, but even the family dog can reap the fruits of honeybees’ labor. Research is still being performed to determine what exact substances contribute to the properties that make up in bee products, but our canine friends seem to be enjoying it…
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During the 2016 California Association of Pest Control Adviser (CAPCA) Conference, issues relating to honeybees were at the forefront of the event. Speaker Karen Francone of the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) focused on the importance of honeybees and bee health in general. One of her points focused on pest control advisors and the…
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A new virus has been found in wasps, and it has the potential to spread to honeybees, who, as many are aware, are one of the world’s key crop pollinators. The virus, which has been named Moku, was found in the western yellow jacket, a particular wasp species considered to be a pest in the…
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Down in New Zealand, the home of Manuka honey, Massey University agriculture students pursuing their Bachelors of Science were required to create interactive presentations covering a wide range of farm activities and operations. The presentations, a sort of culmination of what they had learned so far, gave the students a chance to reflect on what…
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