The honey industry in the United States has taken quite a hit over the last couple of years. While a recent international study showed a 16 percent decline in colonies, the number here in the states is almost double that. The U.S. Department of Agriculture cites the decline at roughly 30 percent here in the…
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The international honey industry just got more bad news regarding the overall health of honey bee colonies around the world. According to a recent study by the University of Strathclyde, international honey bee colonies were down by 16 percent after the winter. Worldwide Decline in Honey Bees The study surveyed more than 25,000 beekeepers throughout…
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Spring and summer are when the BBQs break out and everyone starts throwing down burgers and ribs. However, and obviously, you cannot eat like that all summer. When you want to enjoy the flavor of grilled meats but also want to watch your calories, salads with grilled meats are a great way to go. This…
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California is supposed to be the land where clean energy and nature are protected, but quite the opposite happened this week during a game. A swarm of bees decided to take up shop just outside the Padres dugout. The game was halted to deal with the situation. Unfortunately, the solution chosen by the Padres was…
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There has always been resistance to touting medicinal benefits of Manuka honey. This is mostly due to the fact the results vary dramatically from person to person. For instance, if I were to use Manuka honey because it worked better than OTC acid reflux medication, you may not have the same results. There is also…
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BBQ season is officially here and what is better than a slab of ribs with the best BBQ sauce you have ever tasted? We dug deep into the recipe books to find something that would not only work with the rich taste of Manuka honey but also something that would work well with a cold…
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Thomas Seeley is arguably one of the most respected voices in the world on the behavior of bees. His new book, “The Lives of Bees: The Untold Story of the Honey Bee in the Wild,” is already drawing wide acclaim. The good news for bee lovers is you do not have to have a master’s…
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Beekeepers were awarded a huge victory last week when the EPA effectively banned a dozen pesticides believed to be harmful to honeybees. The cancellations went into effect on May 20 for the dozen pesticides being produced by Bayer, Syngenta, and Valent. The measure was actually part of an agreement that has been reached last December…
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We have seen reports of declining honey production throughout the United States, but one state, in particular, seems to be getting hit extremely hard. The numbers for 2018 were just released for Wisconsin and it is not good. According to the National Agriculture Statistics Service, honey production in Wisconsin was down 23 percent from the…
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For years we have been giving you DIY Manuka honey skin care recipes and tips. Now, however, it appears as though major skin care manufacturers are finally catching on to the benefits of using Manuka honey in your daily skincare routine. So much so, in fact, that L’Oréal has a new line adding Manuka honey…
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As an endurance athlete, one of the biggest challenges faced is finding the proper nutrition you not only like to eat but that will also NOT result in rotgut. The longer you are out there, the more likely this is to happen due to the high sugar and additives content of most store-bought products. The…
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The month of May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. With such a huge emphasis on health and fitness this month, many athletes are putting their routines up for everyone to see on social media to encourage them to not only get off their couches but to also give them some insight as to…
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Beekeepers in South Carolina are asking for some cooperation from residents. As bee season kicks into high gear, they are begging residents to leave the bees alone. Call for help if you must, but do not kill off the local bee population. Big Problems Most people do not realize how vital bees are to the…
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Fall may be a ways away for now, but that doesn’t mean you or your dog should go without pumpkin in your life for that long! You can have yourself a slice of pumpkin pie, but make sure your dog has a chance for some pumpkin too, and you can start with these pumpkin honey…
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We have long touted Manuka honey for its rich, unique flavor, but the rest of the world is finally catching on. Registered dieticians are jumping on the bandwagon using Manuka honey in place of regular honey and other sweeteners in their meal plans. Make Sure Your Manuka Honey is Real In a recent article for…
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