Apiology

The study of honeybees...

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

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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'Intensive' beekeeping not to blame for common bee diseases

More "intensive" beekeeping does not raise the risk of diseases that harm or kill the insects, new research suggests.

Intensive agriculture—where animals or plants are kept crowded together in very high densities—is thought to result in higher rates of disease spreading.

But researchers from the University of Exeter and the University of California, Berkeley found this is not the case for honeybees.

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RNA virus spillover from managed honeybees (Apis mellifera) to wild bumblebees (Bombus spp.)

The decline of many bumblebee species (Bombus spp.) has been linked to an increased prevalence of pathogens caused by spillover from managed bees. Although poorly understood, RNA viruses are suspected of moving from managed honeybees (Apis mellifera) into wild bumblebees through shared floral resources.

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Seasonal variation of pollen collected by honey bees (Apis mellifera) in developed areas across four regions in the United States

For honey bees (Apis mellifera), colony maintenance and growth are highly dependent on worker foragers obtaining sufficient resources from flowering plants year round. Despite the importance of floral diversity for proper bee nutrition, urban development has drastically altered resource availability and diversity for these important pollinators.

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Beekeeping in Vermont

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The LAND of MILK & HONEY

Pick up your copy at the Winter Meeting!

The long-awaited book, "The Land of Milk & Honey" by Bill Mares and Ross Conrad is now available! Those who purchased a copy and are attending the VBA Winter Meeting on January 28 can pick up their copy at the meeting. (There may also be extra copies available for purchase.)

Otherwise, watch your mail for your pre-ordered copy. And thank you for your patience!

Details: Last Updated: 22 January 2020 22 January 2020

2020 Specialty Block Grant Program

The Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets (VAAFM) announces the availability of grant funds for the purpose of strengthening Vermont’s specialty crop industries and improving the performance of Vermont specialty crops within local, domestic, and international markets. Specialty crops are defined as fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture crops (including honey, hops, and maple syrup), and nursery crops (including Christmas trees and floriculture). Interested applicants must submit a pre-application by February 26, 2020. Read more.

Details: Last Updated: 18 January 2020 18 January 2020

Marketing Spotlight

There are many ways to market honey. For nearly a decade, Scott and Valarie Wilson of Heavenly Honey Apiary have hosted a beekeeping display at the Fair Haven Welcome Center. The themes vary with this year's theme highlighting the health benefits of products from the hive. Please stop by as you travel through the area and be sure to sign the guest book.

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Details: Last Updated: 12 January 2020 12 January 2020

2020 VBA Winter Meeting

Register Online for Winter Meeting

VBA Members - Registration for the 2020 Winter Meeting at the Vermont Farm Show is open. You may register online using the link below.

Preregister and Win SABA Tickets

VBA Members who preregister for the VBA 2020 Winter Meeting will be automatically entered into a drawing to receive two free tickets to attend the March meeting of the Southern Adirondack Beekeepers Association (SABA). All you need to do is preregister for the VBA meeting and attend. Yes, you must be present to win!

We thank SABA and Bob Sheedy, SABA's Seminar Coordinator for this generous gift!

VBA to Provide ASL Interpreters

The VBA is pleased to announce that we will have American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters available for the morning session (9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.) at the Winter Meeting. For more information on this service, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

VBA Winter Meeting Agenda

The agenda for the meeting will be updated as new information is made available. The most recent version will always be available here. Mike Palmer will be the keynote speaker and there will be much to discuss! Please see the agenda for the topics already scheduled.

Please note: There is no charge to attend the meeting. Registration is free but the meeting is only open to current VBA members.

When you register online you will receive an emailed confirmation AND a copy of the latest meeting agenda. Please bring both to the meeting. The emailed confirmation will serve as your entry ticket to the meeting. When you register, you may include up to three additional attendees as long as they are listed on your family membership.

Please use the online tools to renew your membership. This action will facilitate a smooth meeting check-in process and allow more time for member interaction. You can update your membership status by logging into your profile and adjusting it here.

Volunteer at the VBA Booth

Greet Visitors, Talk Bees, Learn from Others, Have Fun

Vermont Beekeepers Association's (VBA) big, colorful, informative booth is one of the first things thousands of visitors see at the annual Vermont Farm Show.

We have a few openings for VBA members willing to volunteer at the booth. To sign up and learn more, login to the site and read here.

Details: Last Updated: 12 January 2020 12 January 2020

2020 VBA Winter Meeting Agenda

Agenda for VBA Winter Meeting

Tuesday, January 28, 2020

Location: Champlain Valley Exposition
105 Pearl St. Essex Junction, VT 05452
Expo North, A and B Conference Rooms

Details: Last Updated: 26 December 2019 26 December 2019

Announcing the 2020 Honey Contest

2020 Vermont Beekeepers Association Honey Show Rules & Judging Criteria have been posted. A reminder, the contest is open to current VBA members.

Read all about it!

Details: Last Updated: 12 December 2019 12 December 2019

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