Thursday, 3 December 2020

Use Miticides Wisely: Protect the Hive, but Save the Queen | Entomology Today

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Varroa mites are a constant threat to managed honey bee hives, but the most commonly used pesticide used against the mites appears to have negative effects on honey bee queens’ reproductive patterns. A new study explores these effects and offers beekeepers insight on balancing mite management and hive health.

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