This week on Bees in the News, we’re covering a variety of topics, from a special day dedicated to bees to controversies in bee research and troubling disease outbreaks. Tune in for a mix of global and local stories about the challenges and triumphs of bees.

What’s Inside This Episode:

• Don’t Step On A Bee Day: Celebrating this special day on July 10, 2024, and raising awareness about protecting bees. Read more
• Commercial Honeybee Crisis? Not So Fast: Dispelling myths about the state of commercial honeybees. Readmore
• Dancing Bees Controversy: Accusations about the accuracy of research on how bees measure distances. Readmore
• Toxic Herbicide Concerns: A Manitoulin Island beekeeper seeks answers after herbicide detection and colony losses. Read more
• Disease Outbreaks in Bees: Exploring the worst disease outbreak in a decade and its impact. Read more

Why Listen to This Episode?

From uplifting stories to serious challenges, this episode highlights the complexity of the beekeeping world. Whether it’s celebrating bees or addressing crises, these stories will keep you informed and engaged.

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