Bees
Mapping tool connects beekeepers, farmers for pollinator protection
Knowing where beehives are located and when producers plan to apply crop protectants can go a long way to safeguarding pollinators.
Protect and preserve essential Virginia pollinators during national observance
Many unsung heroes are behind the abundance of food and beauty that surrounds us.
Va. residents can apply for free beekeeping equipment
What’s all the buzz? The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is accepting applications for the 2024 Beehive Distribution Program.
Study examines conservation programs that support pollinators
Targeted voluntary conservation practices can help improve and support pollinator populations while benefiting agricultural production nationwide.
Celebrate the bees with hot honey delights
It’s National Honey Month, and these pizza and churro recipes embody honey’s sweetness—with a kick of spice.
Va. beekeeping industry offers plenty to celebrate during National Honey Month
September marks National Honey Month, and Virginia’s buzzing beekeeping industry offers plenty to celebrate.
Innovative honeybee vaccine receives conditional license from USDA
The rollout of a new vaccine is a pretty sweet deal for honeybees, plus the flora and crops they pollinate.
Virginia’s varied landscape is reflected in locally harvested honeys
Celebrate National Honey Month by learning about honeybees and how their honey yields Virginia-specific flavors.
Pollinator Week is a good time to brush up on pollinators, honeybee health
Pollinators are important to farmers and ranchers, gardeners and the food industry. That’s why June 19-25 has been designated National Pollinator Week by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Department of the Interior.
