Many of us have likely heard in movies or biology classes that some animal species can switch genders in the event of an absent gender, as some may have seen in Jurassic Park: “life finds a way.” There are also cases where certain species can even change the way they reproduce, and as scientists discovered in South…
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As the years have gone on, the US and many other countries have seen honeybee colonies decline at increasing rates per year, sometimes up to 44 percent, with causes linked to pesticides, diseases, mites, malnutrition, and colony collapse disorder (CCD). With such losses becoming well known among the general population, many states have seen increases…
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If one has only a general knowledge of New Zealand (or just knows it as Manuka honey’s homeland), it’s safe to say the image one has in mind regarding New Zealand is one of lush green hills below the jagged, sine-wave of white-capped mountains, with deep blue water somewhere in between. It’s also safe to…
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As a hive reproduces every given season, the new honeybee generation is intended to replace the oldest one (which typically leaves the hive when close to dying so their kin doesn’t have to clean up) as well as other losses. As sometimes happens, hives can grow too big, leaving honeybees without enough space and honey to…
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In the past few years, beekeeping has become a more popular hobby as news of declining honeybee populations spreads. Not only does it provide a fun hobby and a source of honey, but beekeeping also contributes a helping hand to the hurting pollinators we rely on so much for our own survival. David Sharpless of Henderson,…
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Manuka Honey Champagne Fondue If you are looking for a flavorful snack you have never had before and may never have otherwise, then you should give this Manuka Honey Champagne Fondue a try! A cheesy dipping sauce with a mixture of garlic, shallot, lemon juice, spices, Manuka honey, and other ingredients, this dish invites the…
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It’s easy to forget all industries have levels of achievements they wish to reach, and for those achievements the outstanding contenders in those industries likely receive awards for successful efforts. Whether it’s acting, advertising, or public service, accolades are aplenty in many areas, and it’s probably safe to say the ice cream industry wasn’t an…
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For those who don’t already know what honeybees face, it’s probably safe to say the most you ever thought honeybees could do was sting you and cause a little bit of short term pain. However, as many outside the science and beekeeping communities are beginning to understand, honeybees and other pollinators, tiny as they are,…
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