…bloom. In making the necessary applications, Dickey said it is important to keep bees and other pollinators in mind. “[We] try to work at night once the bees are back…
Almond Matters: On the Brink of Almond Bloom
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, bees are in the orchards with almond bloom on the horizon. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll said…
Research into Bee Health May Lower Winter Colony Losses
…The researchers also found that bees under cold stress were associated with an increased risk of disease infections. Chen says the study suggests that the increased energy overwintering bees use…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 01-12-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the growing popularity of cold storage bees as it provides added stability, the…
Almond Update: Cold Storage for Bees Becoming More Popular
…Brandon Hopkins said that somewhere between 25 and 30 percent of bees deployed in California almond orchards are stored indoors in winter months. There is a cost saving for beekeepers,…
Almond Matters: Bloom Prep for Different Weather Scenarios
…said that if the cooler, wet weather remains for the coming weeks, it can often lead to an extended bloom period. “If its rainy, windy, overcast skies, bees aren’t flying,”…
Almond Update: Seeds for Bees Doubles Participation from Last Year
Participation in the Seeds for Bees program has grown substantially since the last cropping year. The program provides free cover crop seeds for producers, as well as technical assistance. Chief…
Hurricane Ian’s Impact on Honey Bees
Bees are vital to agriculture, and a recent major weather event had an impact on colonies. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Hurricane Ian was devastating in many…
Tools for Varroa Management Guide
…the 8th Edition of the Tools for Varroa Management Guide. The guide provides information on the latest tools and options for beekeepers in the USA and Canada to keep bees…
Almond Update: Less Than a Month Left to Apply for Seeds for Bees
Producers have just about a month left to submit an application for the Seeds for Bees program. Cover crop seeds are distributed to growers to help provide additional habitat for…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 08-04-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers how to participate in the Seeds for Bees program, the Agricultural Labor Relations…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 07-26-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers using AI to protect bees from pesticides, collaborating with transparent and responsible environmental…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 07-11-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers ag groups filing a petition over the ‘bees considered fish’ ruling, risk management…
Roundup of Some of the Nation’s Pollinators
We wrap up National Pollinator week with a roundup of some of the nation’s pollinators. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. Talk about pollinators often revolves around honeybees, which makes…