Are there ways to protect honeybee colonies from things such as mites and “colony collapse disorder”?
February 22nd, 2009 | by beekeeper |
wiseguy asked:
Do you have any suggestions as to what a beekeeper can do to protect honeybees from those sorts of things?
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Do you have any suggestions as to what a beekeeper can do to protect honeybees from those sorts of things?
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2 Responses to “Are there ways to protect honeybee colonies from things such as mites and “colony collapse disorder”?”
By Chris H on Feb 22, 2009 | Reply
Your defense against mites and pests is going to vary dramatically depending on whether or not you want to produce organic honey.
As for colony collapse disorder, no one knows what causes it.
By Anton Mcneil on Sep 27, 2011 | Reply
The bees produce an enzyme which converts the sugars in the nectar. To achieve this the bees outwardly manipulate the nectar in the mouth parts and place little droplets in the higher side of cells and fan their wings to extend air movement, carrying away excess moisture. Due to the way in which it is processed, the ensuing honey resists mould, fungi and other bacteria, meaning that it can go on for years without adding any synthetic chemicals or by refrigeration.