Summer is on the horizon, warm weather has finally arrived, and our listeners have probably already seen a bee or two in their gardens. Honeybees are crucial not only to the environment but also to the New York State economy. 

On this episode, Michele Jones, Deputy Commissioner for Technology, talks about the launch of the Honeybee Program and Beekeeper Registration for the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets. She’ll share why it’s crucial for protecting bees and apiaries, as well as keeping bee colonies healthy and thriving.

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