Pollinators
VDACS seeking comments on Pollinator Protection Plan
The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) has announced the meeting schedule for the agency’s State Managed Pollinator Protection Plan. VDACS will hold seven meetings around the state to give stakeholders an opportunity... more »
Beekeepers, scientists breed mite-fighting bees
A co-op of beekeepers are working with scientists to breed bees with a specific genetic trait to combat the varroa mite. Beekeepef Jeff Berta had one of his queen bees, No. 18, artificially inseminated by... more »
Delaware releases draft bee protection plan
Delaware officials are seeking public feedback and input on a draft plan to protect and enhance populations of bees and other valuable pollinators in the state. The plan was unveiled Wednesday at Delaware Ag Week.... more »
EPA releases report on neonicotinoid risk to bees
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a preliminary pollinator risk assessment for the neonicotinoid insecticide, imidacloprid, which shows a threat to some pollinators. EPA’s assessment, prepared in collaboration withCalifornia’s Department of Pesticide Regulation, shows... more »
Wild bee declines threaten US crop production
The first national study to map U.S. wild bees suggests they’re... more »
New guide offers bee identification, conservation tips
“Bees of the Great Lakes Region and Wildflowers to Support Them” is a new Michigan State University Extension publication that provides an overview of the diverse community of wild and managed bees across the Great Lakes region.... more »
Current Issue
Veg Connections: Cellulose mulch shows promise for sustainable agriculture
GLEXPO: Unlocking farm profitability
FIRA USA robotics conference to bring more grower tech involvement
Golden Stock Farms’ asparagus success
Organic Grower: AC Foods’ sustainable organic betterful Blues
Farm Market & Agritourism: Top fresh food marketing trends for 2025
Ag Labor Review: ICE field raids harm growers, workers
see all current issue »
