For anybody who thinks there are way more yellow jackets around this summer than normal, it’s because there are. The stinging pests, frequent disturbers of barbeques everywhere, are rearing their ugly heads in terms of numbers, and, unfortunately, we’re not the only ones who are suffering as a result—honey bees, crucial pollinators already on the…
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While some pet owners don’t necessarily go out of their way to get treats to their hamster or gerbil, there are options besides expensive store-bought brands, which can be pretty unhealthy. It turns out making treats for small rodent friends is actually pretty easy, taking only a few steps and a few ingredients, such as…
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It’s not unusual to hear about swarms of honey bees showing up in strange, very public places—one actually planted itself on a museum sign dedicated to the memory of Muhammad Ali last year, a sign ironically adorned with his famous catchphrase: “Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee.” In Greenville, South Carolina, its Village…
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If you’ve ever tried homemade ice cream, you know there are few things that beat it in the dessert department. However, what needs your attention right now is this recipe for raw honey ice cream—a treat you’ll certainly be repeating until the store-brought kind just won’t cut it ever again. If you’re ready for this,…
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Any dog owner living on a budget knows the struggles of caring for their canine friend while also paying the bills. Whether it’s buying healthy yet affordable dog food, paying for vaccines and procedures, or just rewarding your dog with treats, dog care expenses can really start to add up fast. One way to start…
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While honeybees mostly make their precious honey stores via floral nectar, sometimes they take a page out of our book and have a few sweet snacks, even hitting up sugary foods that humans leave out. The honeybee’s flexibility when it comes to foraging from non-floral food sources is a handy trick for whenever beekeepers have…
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In recent months, honey and maple syrup producers from the state of Maine have been fighting a US Senate proposal to add a confusing “added sugar” label to all their products, a distinction that could be false in its vague presentation. However, these businesses can rest a bit more easily for now, as an amendment…
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Coming up with snacks for yourself or party platters for a group of friends can be a challenge, but fortunately this job can be much easier than you think, especially if you or your friends are easy to impress or just grateful for the effort. If you need an easy recipe and need it fast,…
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