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??? Highlights from the California State Beekeepers Association (CSBA) Conference! ??? We had an incredible time connecting, learning, and celebrating the beekeeping industry at CSBA this year. Here's a glimpse of the week: 1?? George Hansen shared his stunning painting, California Superbloom, generously donated for a raffle fundraiser. The winning ticket became a heartfelt gift for Helen Mussen, wife of the late Eric Mussen, a champion for bee extension. 2?? Project Apis m. was represented by Executive Director Danielle Downey and Seeds for Bees Manager Stetcyn Maldonado, making valuable connections and sharing our mission. 3?? Our PAm board members found time for a little fun, proving that work and play go hand in hand! 4?? What an amazing trade show! The Seeds for Bees booth was surrounded by great company, showcasing the importance of cover crops to pollinators. 5?? Stetcyn Maldonado did a fantastic job representing Seeds for Bees and sharing our Purple Sun Mix—a forage blend designed with beekeepers in mind. ???? 6?? At the research luncheon, Diana Cox-Foster presented her findings on dwindling bee pasture. The takeaway? When resources are scarce, all species feel the impact—a vital reminder of the importance of healthy forage. 7?? Rowdy Freeman, California’s bee theft investigator, shared updates on his growing caseload and the innovative approaches he’s using to combat this issue. 8?? Josette Lewis, Chief Scientific Officer of the Almond Board of California, provided key updates and underscored the critical partnership between beekeepers and almond growers. ???? 9?? Longtime industry voice and author MEA McNeal offered a special reading of her latest novel, Bee Club, and answered questions with CA Master Beekeeper Manager Wendy Mather. A big thank you to everyone who made this conference such a success! Together, we’re moving the needle for honey bee health and the beekeeping industry. ???? #CSBA #BeekeepingCommunity #HoneyBeeHealth #SeedsForBees #ProjectApisM

Seeds for Bees is an initiative by Project Apis m. that promotes the adoption of cover crops to provide vital forage for bees in California orchards. This program not only enhances bee health but also improves soil quality and supports sustainable farming practices. Program Benefits: Year 1: Growers can receive up to $2,500 in free seed mixes. Year 2: Up to $1,500 in seed mixes. Year 3+: Discounts and customizable blends. To qualify, applicants must represent a commercial farm or beekeeping operation in California and plant at least 4 acres of cover crops or 2 acres of bee yard. Let’s support our pollinators and promote sustainable agriculture! Learn more: https://buff.ly/4fp0Dx6

Meet Rogan Tokach, a 2024-2027 FFAR Fellow! Rogan’s beekeeping journey began in Abilene, Kansas, inspired by a honey bee observation colony at his county fair. Since earning his first hive through a scholarship, he has been dedicated to improving honey bee health and supporting beekeepers. At Auburn University, his research focuses on managing parasitic mites like Varroa destructor and addressing emerging threats like Tropilaelaps mercedesae. Rogan’s goal is to provide sustainable, practical solutions to reduce colony losses, enhance pollination, and strengthen agricultural systems. Rogan is sponsored by Project Apis m., a non-profit advancing research for the beekeeping community. Read More >> https://lnkd.in/g6iCChWy

Beekeepers & Researchers: Share your perspective for global impact! COLOSS Bee Nutrition Taskforce North America has shared their annual survey. The COLOSS Bee Nutrition Taskforce is collecting annual data on supplemental feeding practices with this survey. ?? Complete the survey by December 31, 2024: https://lnkd.in/gScfQgfV ?? Questions? Contact Dr. Priya Basu, North American Coordinator/Chair, COLOSS Bee Nutrition Taskforce. Your participation is valuable—thank you for participating! ??

Today's the day! ?? Project Apis m. and our Seeds for Bees? program are at the California State Beekeepers Association meeting in Reno, NV, from November 19-21. Don't miss Danielle Downey's talk today, and be sure to visit our Seeds for Bees? booth to learn how we're supporting growers across California in planting cover crops that provide essential nutrition for honey bees. #BeeHealth #CoverCrops #PAmWinterConferences

One week left! ?? Project Apis m. and our Seeds for Bees? program are headed to the California State Beekeepers Association meeting, November 19-21 in Reno, NV. Come hear Danielle Downey’s talk on Tuesday, November 19th, and make sure to visit our Seeds for Bees? booth to learn how we’re helping growers across California plant cover crops to provide healthy nutrition to honey bees. For more details on our events we're attending, visit our website: https://lnkd.in/gSzYmDp6. #BeeHealth #CoverCrops #PAmWinterConferences

Today’s the day! The Seeds for Bees? team is at the Tree and Vine Expo in Turlock, CA. Be sure to stop by our booth or catch Stetcyn Maldonado during the grower panel to learn how our cover crops are helping improve honey bee health and soil health. We’re excited to connect with you! #SeedsForBees #TreeAndVineExpo #HoneyBeeHealth #CoverCrops

This Veterans Day, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country. Many veterans have found a home in the beekeeping community, like the organization Hives for Heroes, applying their dedication and care to protecting honey bees. Today, we celebrate their service and contributions—both to our nation and to the health of honey bees. ?????? Check out an interview with Hives for Heroes founder Steve Jimenez to learn more about their mission, operations, and the impact they have on the lives of our nation's heroes: https://loom.ly/MJg3eTE #VeteransDay #HonoringService #Beekeeping #HoneyBeeProtection #ThankYouVeteran

?? Game On! ?? Project Apis m. invites you to go "All-In" with us at our exclusive luncheon during the American Beekeepers Federation (ABF) Annual Conference in Reno, NV, on January 9th at the Peppermill Casino & Spa! Get ready to bet on a sure thing—honey bee health! Join leading bee health experts like Dr. Diana Cox-Foster and Dr. Jeff Pettis, alongside seasoned commercial beekeepers Brent Barkman, Zac Browning, and Russell Heitkam, as they share their valuable research and insights into the beekeeping industry's biggest challenges. ?? We’ll also be premiering our latest Tropilaelaps training videos from Thailand, showcasing current treatment methods and how Thai beekeepers are managing this emerging threat. Don’t miss your chance to up the ante—??? tickets are on sale now on American Beekeeping Federation (ABF) website! Come learn, network, and hit it big with Project Apis m.! ?? #AllInWithPAm #BeeHealth #HoneyBeeResearch #BetOnHealthyBees #BeeBusiness #Tropilaelaps #ABF2024

Today’s the day! The Seeds for Bees? team is at the Grape, Nut, and Tree Fruit Expo in Fresno, CA. Stop by our booth to chat with Brett LeDuc and find out how our Seeds for Bees? program is enhancing honey bee health with cover crops. We look forward to connecting with you! #SeedsForBees #HoneyBeeHealth #CoverCrops #GrapeNutTreeFruitExpo