How do you vaccinate a honeybee? 6 questions answered about a new tool for protecting pollinators
A vaccine for bees may evoke images of teeny hypodermic needles, but this product works in a sophisticated way that reflects the social structure of honeybee colonies.
Jennie L. Durant, Research Affiliate in Human Ecology, University of California, Davis •
conversation
Jan. 20, 2023 • ~7 min
Jan. 20, 2023 • ~7 min
Bees face many challenges – and climate change is ratcheting up the pressure
Honey bees, wild and native bees face threats from parasites, pesticides and habitat loss. Shorter winters, more extreme weather and more habitat destruction won’t help.
Jennie L. Durant, Research Affiliate in Human Ecology, University of California, Davis •
conversation
Oct. 13, 2022 • ~10 min
Oct. 13, 2022 • ~10 min
From watering via ice cubes to spritzing with hydrogen peroxide – 4 misguided plant health trends on social media
Plant care advice abounds on TikTok, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube – but not all of it is good. A plant expert debunks four common recommendations.
Nick Goltz, Assistant Extension Educator and Director, UConn Plant Diagnostic Laboratory, University of Connecticut •
conversation
Aug. 16, 2022 • ~7 min
Aug. 16, 2022 • ~7 min
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