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Varroa control guides translated to Spanish

05/03/23 7:09 AM By Spencer Chase

Two documents familiar to beekeepers looking to control the varroa mite in their colonies are now available to a broader audience.

New lawsuit filed over treated seeds 'loophole'

12/15/21 4:10 PM By Steve Davies

Environmental groups seeking regulation of pesticide-coated seeds have gone to court again on the matter, seeking an order requiring EPA to directly address the issue.

EPA neonic reviews find endangered species threat, draw ire of grower groups

08/26/21 3:15 PM By Steve Davies

The overwhelming majority of federally threatened and endangered species are likely to be “adversely affected” by three commonly used neonicotinoid insecticides, the Environmental Protection Agency said in draft assessments that were met with immediate criticism from grower groups.

Researchers discover 'antidote' for bees exposed to pesticides

06/16/21 6:20 AM By Noah Wicks

Using a pollen-sized microparticle that contained a certain enzyme, a group of scientists were able to create an “antidote” to organophosphate-based insecticides, according to a Cornell University release.

BeeWhere continues program growth, pollinator protection

12/16/20 7:47 AM By Spencer Chase

A state program designed to protect the health of bee colonies is showing growth as producers better understand its use and benefits.

Study: Pesticides, limited food a double whammy for bees

10/07/20 9:33 AM By Agri-Pulse staff

A new UC Davis study shows the combined threats of food loss and pesticide use reduced blue orchard bee reproduction by 57% and produced fewer female offspring when reproduction did happen.

DPR outpaces feds on neonic regulations

07/20/20 1:01 PM By Brad Hooker

The Department of Pesticide Regulation plans to unveil new mitigation measures next month for a list of controversial neonicotinoids.

New buzz about artificial pollination

12/04/19 10:30 AM By Sara Wyant

Can you grow more fruits and nuts without bees? For several years, researchers have been trying to perfect the art of artificial pollination, providing an alternative to bees.

Postal Service abuzz about new pollinator stamps

08/09/17 6:10 AM By Agri-Pulse staff

WASHINGTON, August 9, 2017 - The U.S. Postal Service is selling a new set of Forever stamps to promote the vital role pollinators play in sustaining agriculture.

European neonic study: It's complicated

07/05/17 6:45 AM By Steve Davies

UNITED KINGDOM, July 5, 2017 - A large, field-scale study that examined the effects of two widely used neonicotinoid insecticides on bees in three European countries has produced mixed results, which are being interpreted in starkly different ways.

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Photos: Minnesota honey producer's beehives

Beekeepers across the U.S. are struggling to keep their colonies alive as their insects face a number of threats, including mites that are increasingly becoming resistant to longstanding treatments. Minnesota honey producers Wes and Jeff Hull have seen their death rates climb to nearly 60% in recent years.

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06.19.2026

Agri-Pulse Newsmakers: Sen. Peter Welch on farm bill, Mary Boote on Global Farmer sentiment

The Senate is expected to release farm bill text soon. We asked Vermont Sen. Peter Welch what he’d like to see included, and if there will be a push to remove state SNAP cost share provisions enacted in the One Big Beautiful Bill. Welch also discusses concerns about staffing levels at farmer-facing USDA offices.

Plus, Global Farmer Network founder and CEO Mary Boote discusses how farmers around the world have responded to U.S. trade and tariff policies enacted by the Trump administration, as well as technology adoption trends from GFN members in 70+ countries in 6 continents.

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