IU Researchers identify microbe that supports honey bee larvae through nutrient scarcity

Ethan Mitchell, a member of The Beekeepers of Indiana, stated mites had been problematic on his honey bee farm. 

“They transmit viruses and stuff to the bees that weaken the hive and ultimately make the queen sick,” Mitchell stated. “As soon as the queen is sick, the colony fails.”

He additionally stated when farmers use pesticides, the bees convey the chemical compounds again to the hive. Farmers can doubtlessly lose 30 kilos of honey.

Ellie Symes, CEO of The Bee Corp and IU alumni since 2018, stated unstable bee populations can stop bees from having the ability to pollinate the identical crop yield repeatedly. 

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