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Category: News
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Update from Project Apis m.
We’ve gotten a note from Tessa Dingman at Project Apis m. about a webinar on what they’ve found out so far about the big bee die off this spring. From
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Beekeepers Experiencing Heavy Losses Across the Country
Boxes where the bees were found dead in California this month. Beekeepers across the country are experiencing heavy overwintering losses this year. Attached you will find the best information we have
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USDA Announces New Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crop Producers
The USDA’s Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops (MASC) program supports specialty crop producers, including honey sellers, with cash payments based on prior sales. Applications are open from Dec. 10, 2024, to Jan. 8, 2025. Eligible producers must be active and share the risks associated with specialty crop production.
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Political Ecology with Austin Martin
Austin Martin discussed political ecology and his research on urban bee populations, challenging the luxury effect hypothesis, which suggests affluent areas boost insect diversity. His findings indicated greater bee diversity in neglected urban landscapes near affluent ones, contradicting earlier predictions. The event included pizza from Founded, and a video of his presentation is available to…
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New study shows that neonicotinoid exposure increases Varroa Destructor in honeybee colonies.
A new study published in Entomology Today shows that neonicotinoid exposure increases Varroa Destructor in honeybee colonies. It’s a very interesting study and is reported in plain English here. This
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Breaking into beehive medicine
Check out our favorite Vice President Dr. Katie Krebs who is making quite a name for herself in Veterinary circles. This is a link to an excellent article about Katie
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The quantum basis of radiative forcing – the greenhouse effect
Keith P. Shine and Georgina E. Perry have published a paper that explains why CO2 is such a good greenhouse gas. It’s very interesting. The magnitude of the effect seems
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News from Maryland
A contingent of Philadelphia Beekeepers Guild members attended the annual Eastern Apicultural Society meeting in Ellicot City, MD. this summer (first week in August 2024) Dave can be seen in
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There’s Still Time to Sign Up for “Accessing Funding for High Tunnels through USDA-NRCS Programs”
The USDA is hosting a webinar on accessing help and funding for high tunnels and small-scale practices for farms and gardens, featuring urban grower Ben Miller.SignUp for USDA programs now for the 2025 application period.
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From the president
The nectar flow peaked in early June but continues. The Summer Solstice Picnic will be postponed due to extreme weather. A weekly newsletter on Tuesdays will feature updates and events. Free queen bees are available on Dave’s personal website.