Common honey bee diseases and pests pose a significant challenge to beekeepers due to their ability to swiftly spread within a beekeeping operation. Transmission can occur through various means such as drifting bees, shared feeding barrels, contaminated equipment, and insufficient biosecurity measures. One effective strategy to mitigate this risk is the implementation of hospital yards....
As we celebrate Pollinator Week 2024, we reflect on this year’s theme, “Vision 2040: Thriving ecosystems, economies, and agriculture.” It serves as a reminder of the integral role pollinators play in our world. Both the Honey Bee Health Coalition and Farmers for Monarchs, facilitated by the Keystone Policy Center, are committed to fostering environments where...
The ABC, in collaboration with Crystal Clear Communications, recently held a webinar on ‘What You Need to Know: Webinar for Agricultural Employers.‘ The webinar covered work permit supports from IRCC, the Agri-Food Immigration Pilot (AFIP), and What’s NEW, Express Entry for Ag + Recognized Employer Program details. Download the PowerPoint presentation HERE. View the recording...
Summer 2022 CFIA invited the submission of new/current scientific information in regard to the health of and management of honey bee diseases and pests in the United States and Canada. The Commission in collaboration with US beekeeping organizations and the Canadian Beekeepers Federation prepared and submitted 16 peer reviewed scientific papers in regard to the...