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Do Honey Bees Sleep?

Did you know honey bees take short naps throughout the day to stay sharp and productive? These "micro-naps" help them maintain their energy for vital tasks like foraging and performing the waggle dance to guide fellow bees to food sources.

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Why Are There Bees In My Pool?

Have you noticed bees hanging around your pool or hot tub? Read on to learn why and how to help the bees get the water they are seeking.

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The Dark Side of Honey: Honey Adulteration

The issue of honey adulteration is widespread and troubling, but consumers can make informed choices to ensure they are getting the real, pure product they expect. Learn how to source high quality honey by reading this blog post.

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How To Requeen Your Hive

Learn the essential steps for requeening your honey bee hive and discover how replacing a queen can improve colony health, productivity, and temperament.

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The Environmental Benefits of Honey Bees

Discover how honey bees not only support the environment through pollination and biodiversity but also play a crucial role in sustaining crops like alfalfa, which feeds the livestock we rely on for meat and dairy products.

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Why Did My Bees Leave?!

Feeling confused as to why your bees left? Read on to learn potential reasons and how to mitigate losing your bees.

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Why Are Honey Bees Dying? A Closer Look at the Problem

Honey bees are facing serious challenges from pesticide exposure, climate change, parasites like the Varroa mite, and the stress of large-scale pollination practices. These combined threats are contributing to the alarming decline in bee populations worldwide.

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The Role of Honey Bees in Pollination: A Crucial Contributor to American Agriculture

Honey bees play a critical role in pollinating many of the crops we rely on daily, contributing to about one-third of the food we consume in the U.S. From fruits and vegetables to nuts like almonds, their work is essential for agriculture and highlights the importance of practices like migratory beekeeping to ensure successful harvests across the country.

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Navigating Robbing Behavior in Fall

As fall brings increased robbing behavior among bees, learn how to protect your hive and ensure your colony’s survival with these essential tips.

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