Varroa and Tropilaelaps Updates with Dr. Sammy Ramsey (S6, E23)

In this enlightening episode, we're thrilled to welcome Dr. Samuel Ramsey for his fifth appearance on the podcast. Renowned for his groundbreaking work on honey bee parasites, ‘Dr. Sammy’ brings his wealth of knowledge and passion for bee health to our listeners once again. In today's discussion, we receive an update on the latest research on the varroa mite, a pervasive threat to honey bee colonies worldwide. His innovative studies have reshaped our understanding of how these mites feed and thrive, leading to more effective control methods. Dr. Sammy’s approach combines meticulous scientific investigation with a deep concern for bee welfare, providing invaluable insights for both novice and experienced beekeepers. But that's not all. Dr. Sammy also shares his latest research endeavors on the Tropilaelaps mite, an emerging concern in beekeeping. This lesser-known parasite poses a significant risk to honey bee populations, particularly in Asia. HIs work is pioneering our understanding of this mite, setting the stage for developing strategies to mitigate its impact. Throughout the episode, Dr. Ramsey emphasizes the importance of ongoing research and collaboration in the fight against these parasitic threats. His dedication to bee health and conservation, through the Ramsey Research Foundation, is not only inspiring but also vital for the sustainability of beekeeping and the broader ecosystem. Join us in this captivating conversation with Dr. Samuel Ramsey, as we explore the frontiers of bee parasitology and the future of beekeeping. Leave comments and questions in the Comments Section of the episode's website. Links and websites mentioned in this podcast: Jason Statham's "The Beekeeper" Movie Trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SzINZZ6iqxY Dr. Sammy's University of Boulder Webpage - https://www.colorado.edu/ebio/samuel-ramsey Dr. Sammy's Personal Website - https://www.drsammy.online/ The Ramsey Research Foundation - https://www.ramseyresearchfoundation.org/ The Tropilaelaps Mite Background - https://www.woah.org/fileadmin/Home/eng/Health_standards/tahm/2.02.06_TROPILAELAPS.pdf Honey Bee Obscura - https://www.honeybeeobscura.com   ______________ Betterbee is the presensting sponsor of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Betterbee’s mission is to support every beekeeper with excellent customer service, continued education and quality equipment. From their colorful and informative catalog to their support of beekeeper educational activities, including this podcast series, Betterbee truly is Beekeepers Serving Beekeepers. See for yourself at www.betterbee.com This episode is brought to you by Global Patties! Global offers a variety of standard and custom patties. Visit them today at http://globalpatties.com and let them know you appreciate them sponsoring this episode!  Thanks to Strong Microbials for their support of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Find out more about heir line of probiotics in our Season 3, Episode 12 episode and from their website: https://www.strongmicrobials.com Thanks for Northern Bee Books for their support. Northern Bee Books is the publisher of bee books available worldwide from their website or from Amazon and bookstores everywhere. They are also the publishers of The Beekeepers Quarterly and Natural Bee Husbandry. _______________ We hope you enjoy this podcast and welcome your questions and comments in the show notes of this episode or: [email protected] Thank you for listening!  Podcast music: Be Strong by Young Presidents; Epilogue by Musicalman; Walking in Paris by Studio Le Bus; A Fresh New Start by Pete Morse; Wedding Day by Boomer; Original guitar background instrumental by Jeff Ott Beekeeping Today Podcast is an audio production of Growing Planet Media, LLC Copyright © 2023 by Growing Planet Media, LLC