Australia will cease efforts to eradicate varroa mite and transition to management of the deadly bee parasite. Key points: Resources will be reallocated to slowing the spread of the pest Non-compliance from beekeepers and illegal hive movement was a major factor in the failed eradication effort Government and industry groups made the unanimous decision to move to a management approach …
One of the country's largest honey producers has warned there could be an explosion in cane toad numbers in the NSW Northern Rivers following recent record floods. Key points: Cane toads are invading bee hives is search of small hive beetles to feast on The non-native amphibians also love bees and tap on the hives to lure them out Beekeepers …
It's not just about collecting honey and making candles. Key points: Backyard beekeeping as a hobby has risen in popularity during the pandemic Hobbyists are helping bring back bee stocks after the Black Summer bushfires At least 10,000 hives were lost in the Upper Murray region Tucked away in the suburbs of Wodonga, city councillor John Watson has stacks of …
Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Turkey’s beekeepers have had their livelihoods ruined by the country’s worst-ever wildfires decimating thousands of …
