Bees

CC BY 2.0 by niekjuurlink Did you know that Bat Week takes place every year, October 2431? The time is set aside to raise awareness of the many contributions that bats make to the planet and encourage conservation of bat species. Nearly a quarter of all bat…

Whats wrong with the bees?  Ive been asked that question frequently over the years.  My friends, family and most of my work colleagues know that Ive been a beekeeper for decades, so its a reasonable question and it usually leads to an extended and enjoyable …

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BRUSSELS The European Parliament on Wednesday blocked a diluted proposal by the 28-nation blocs executive arm on protecting bees from pesticides, arguing it didnt go far enough. European lawmakers adopted a resolution urging the European Commission to table …

The European Parliament on Wednesday blocked a diluted proposal by the 28-nation bloc's executive arm on protecting bees from pesticides, arguing it didn't go far enough.  European lawmakers adopted a resolution urging the European Commission to "table new l…

The European Parliament on Wednesday blocked a diluted proposal by the 28-nation bloc's executive arm on protecting bees from pesticides, arguing it didn't go far enough.  European lawmakers adopted a resolution urging the European Commission to "table new l…

BRUSSELS (AP) The European Parliament on Wednesday blocked a diluted proposal by the 28-nation bloc’s executive arm on protecting bees from pesticides, arguing it didn’t go far enough.  European lawmakers adopted a resolution urging the European Commission t…

In a time of climate crisis, an average bee can sadly no longer do the job. Pixabay/PollyDot As you are likely well aware, bees are vanishing from the planet at an alarming rate. Need some stats? Last year in the U.S., beekeepers reported a loss of 40% of th…

The European Commissions draft proposal was intended to incorporate into EU law the European Food Safety Authoritys (EFSA) 2013 guidance to cut the use of pesticides that harm bees. The guidance indicated how pesticides should be tested, in order to protect b…

October brings with it the onset of Delhis winter and the festive season. Theres a change in the air accompanied by a distinct strong smell, which for some of us, is synonymous with this season. Its from the flowers of the Saptaparni (Alstonia scholaris) tree…