Apiology

Apiology – (from Latin apis, "bee"; and Ancient Greek -λογία, -logia) is the scientific study of honey bees.

Coronavirus stings world's top honey makers with China beekeepers locked down

BEIJING (Reuters) - Beekeepers in China, the world's top honey producer, are bracing for a bleak start to the key spring pollinating season as travel curbs aimed at containing a coronavirus outbreak keep them at home while their bees go without food for weeks.

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Functional Properties of Honey, Propolis, and Royal Jelly

Honey, propolis, and royal jelly, products originating in the beehive, are attractive ingredients for healthy foods. Honey has been used since ancient times as part of traditional medicine.

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Drone and Worker Brood Microclimates Are Regulated Differentially in Honey Bees, Apis mellifera

Honey bee (Apis mellifera) drones and workers show differences in morphology, physiology, and behavior. Because the functions of drones are more related to colony reproduction, and those of workers relate to both survival and reproduction, we hypothesize that the microclimate for worker brood is more precisely regulated than that of drone brood.

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Detection of amitraz resistance and reduced treatment efficacy in the Varroa Mite, Varroa destructor, within commercial beekeeping operations

The parasitic mite Varroa destructor and the associated viruses it transmits are responsible for most instances of honey bee colony losses in the United States. As such, beekeepers utilize miticides to control Varroa populations.

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What You Need to Know (And What We’re Working to Find Out) About Products Containing Cannabis or Cannabis-derived Compounds, Including CBD

You may have noticed that cannabidiol (CBD) seems to be available almost everywhere, and marketed as a variety of products including drugs, food, dietary supplements, cosmetics, and animal health products.

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A mathematical model of honey bee colony dynamics to predict the effect of pollen on colony failure

The decline in colony populations of the honey bee, known as the Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD), is a global concern. Numerous studies have reported possible causes, including pesticides, parasites, and nutritional stress.

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Drone and Worker Brood Microclimates Are Regulated Differentially in Honey Bees, Apis mellifera

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Beekeeping in Vermont

Tunbridge World's Fair Cancelled for 2020

"I regretfully write to tell you that we will not hold the Tunbridge World’s Fair this year. The safety of our fairgoers, vendors, workers and volunteers is important to us, and particularly during this challenging time. The Board of Directors had not yet made the decision on whether the Fair could safely go on in September, but as most of you may know, on Friday, May 22nd, the Governor announced that all fairs and large festivals are cancelled this season.

"We look forward to seeing you all for the 149th Fair in 2021 to celebrate this time honored tradition in Tunbridge."

- Kelly Sammel
Superintendent of Concessions

Details: Last Updated: 26 May 2020 26 May 2020

Reversing Workshop Available Online

If you missed our Zoom workshop on May 20, 2020, Andrew Munkres, VBA Vice-President presented on reversing and other mid-Spring related beekeeping topics. Scott Wilson,VBA Membership Secretary moderated.

To view the presentation recording, look on the VBA website under the Become a Beekeeper menu, then Education, Classes & Workshops for our recorded webinars. (Or, to make things easier simply go to www.vermontbeekeepers.org/webinars - login required.) VBA's first webinar, Post-Winter Colony Deadout Diagnosis and Spring Actions - Bill Mares Presenter, is also available for view.

Details: Last Updated: 21 May 2020 21 May 2020

VBA Summer Meeting Postponed Due to COVID-19 Concerns

Greetings fellow VBA members,

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to adhere to current state mandated guidelines The Vermont Beekeepers Association (VBA) Summer meeting is postponed from July 11, 2020 to October 17, 2020. The Board of Directors realizes the meeting is still 2 months away and that social conditions as well as State guidelines may change. But, the Board of Directors feels it prudent to make this decision now based on the current state thus allowing members to plan accordingly.

The VBA business meeting that typically occurs during the Summer meeting will be conducted during the October meeting. If COVID-19 State guidelines continue into October the VBA intends to host an online beekeeping related informational meeting coupled with the business meeting.

The location remains at the Brandon Town Hall.

Sincerely,

Scott Wilson

VBA Membership Secretary

Details: Last Updated: 30 April 2020 30 April 2020

Winter Deadout Diagnosis Guide

Bill Mares at tonight's online presentation on the subject of Winter Deadouts, which included a variety of questions from attendees statewide. bmares2020 04 23

The document used in the April 23rd Online Workshop - Winter Deadout Diagnosis Guide - is available for download.

VBA will continue to provide online workshops in response to the COVID-19 crisis.

Details: Last Updated: 24 April 2020 24 April 2020

A Message From the Vermont Bee Lab

Hello Beekeepers, The Vermont Bee Lab is postponing its diagnostic services at this time. We are hopeful we will be up and running later this summer or fall- so hang on to those sample containers! We will keep VBA members posted as the University's work and travel guidelines evolve. Please continue to monitor our website for future updates.

Thank you all for your support and bee well!

🐝 http://vermontbeelab.com/

Details: Last Updated: 22 April 2020 22 April 2020

Cracked Corn

corven420 James Corven photo: Bees covering cracked corn put out for birds. "Even the turkeys stayed away!" Is this harmful to bees? Discussion in the Forums.