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Honey Bee Conservation and Native Bees 

Apr 21, 2022

Considering that honey bees and native pollinators already face challenges in finding forage due to habitat degradation and other factors, the introduction of honey bees can put even more strain on native bee populations.

Neonicotinoids and Bees

Apr 7, 2022

Despite the widespread usage of neonicotinoids for protecting crops from predatory insects, this class of substances has been shown to pose substantial risk to bee populations, both killing them directly and affecting their behavior and productivity.

Not for Profit vs. Nonprofit

Not for Profit vs. Nonprofit

Jan 8, 2022

Many beekeeping member associations have realized the restrictions of their IRS classification constraining their growth, and limiting their service even to their members.

New Guide Documents

Nov 26, 2021

New Guide Documents How Commercial Beekeepers Keep Healthy Hives without Exclusive Use of Off-label Varroa Treatments

Changing Laws To Support Pollinators

Nov 26, 2021

As more people become aware of the role of pollinators, legislators are facing citizen proposals to change the way they classify, and manage lawns and public spaces. Learn more from the former city council member, and beekeeper/gardener.

White Clover for Honey Bees

Nov 26, 2021

One person can make change to protect pollinators and our environment.

Planning Your Member Education

Aug 2, 2021

Leaders providing member association education will ensure the longevity of their local, state, and national association only if they embrace the “new normal.”  Take your feedback from your audience and make the changes to protect, educate, inspire,  and grow your audience.

Beekeeping and the Organizations that Support Us

Jul 22, 2021

You question, why do I need to join anything besides my local club? So let’s take a look at the different organizations, what the benefits are from each one and then you’ll have the information you need to make an informed decision.

Tropilaelaps; Preparedness & the Future of Beekeeping

Jul 8, 2021

Tropilaelaps is an emerging threat to honey bee health and beekeeping. Know your beekeeping goals, do your research and have a plan in place. Read, watch and listen to the science on Tropilaelaps. Understand its’ life cycle, why it parasitizes honey bees, when we can expect it, and how to mitigate for it before it arrives.

Intern Will Inspire & Educate Future Generations

Jun 8, 2021

Intern Will Inspire & Educate Future Generations

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  • Home
  • Celebrations of Biodiversity and Sustainability
  • Log-In To Learn Recorded Webinars
  • Leadership
    • Team Members
    • Board of Directors
    • Collaborators
      • Cleveland Pollinator & Native Plant Symposium
      • Bee Heroic Project & Bucks for Bees-Donate to the Pollen Nation
  • Education
    • Blog
    • Educational Presentations
    • Event Planning
    • Publications
    • Videos, Handouts, etc.
    • K-12 Student Resources
    • Becoming 21st Century Leaders
      • Virtual Exhibit Hall
      • Conference Silent Auction
      • Conference Session Schedule
      • Program Book
      • Speakers
      • Inspirational Women
  • Action
    • Mosquitoes and Pollinators
    • Reporting Damage or Loss From Pesticides
  • Development
    • Pollinator Habitat
  • Contact
    • Newsletter & Advocacy Alerts
  • Donate
    • Donation Affiliations