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FREE WEBINAR: Emerging Threat – Tropilaelaps Mites Join Apimondia & BeeGuards for an expert discussion from the European perspective on Tropilaelaps mites, an invasive pest posing global challenges for honey bee health. Featuring European expertise, and also some of PAm’s funded projects, including: Dr. Jeff Pettis (President of Apimondia) Dr. Geoff Williams (Assoc. Professor at Auburn University) Rogan Tokach (PhD student, Auburn Univ.) ?? March 20, 2025 | 1:00 – 4:20 PM CET ?? FREE Online Webinar Register here: https://loom.ly/5onjcRg #Bees #Beekeeping #HoneyBeeHealth #Tropilaelaps #ProjectApism

Project Apis m. Colony Loss Survey 2025 Closing Soon As requested, for those who needed more time to submit their colony loss data after winter, the survey will remain open until Saturday March 15. If you want to submit your information, there are still a few days left to input your experiences. Survey link: https://loom.ly/c9-esPE Thank you to everyone who has shared their experience. Your input helps drive research that supports beekeepers and honey bee health. All data will be studied further after the survey closes, and results shared as soon as available. #Beekeeping #HoneyBeeHealth #ColonyLoss #ProjectApisM

What’s the Future of Honey Bee Health Research? ?? According to Alison (Ally) Martin Ewert, a dedicated bee researcher working on a PAm-funded project, the future of honey bee research is brighter than ever. Scientists are now connecting the dots—understanding how various stressors interact to impact bee health. With a shift toward holistic studies, research is becoming more relevant not just for bees, but for beekeepers, growers, and our entire food system. Inspired by Ally’s vision? Apply for the PAm-Costco Scholarship today! Application information: https://loom.ly/CH61dNw #HoneyBeeHealth #Pollinators #PAmCostcoScholar #BeeResearch

Meet Rogan Tokach, a two-time PAm-Costco Scholar and current PhD student at Auburn University! ???? Thanks to support from Project Apis m., Rogan has furthered his research in honey bee health—first during his master's and now during his PhD program. If you're a graduate student in the U.S. studying honey bee health, this could be your chance! Applications for the 2025 PAm-Costco Scholarship are open until April 1st, midnight EST. ?? Learn more & apply here: https://loom.ly/CH61dNw #HoneyBeeResearch #ScholarshipOpportunity #PAmCostcoScholarship

Pollen patties can create ideal conditions for small hive beetle reproduction. The attached image (photo credit: Katie Lee) shows beetle larvae infesting a protein patty. Project Apis m. is funding research at the University of Georgia to mitigate small hive beetle infestations in pollen patties. Dr. Lewis Bartlett presented his findings at ABF 2025, highlighting innovative approaches to managing this persistent pest. Learn more in this short video of his talk from the Georgia Beekeepers Association fall convention in 2022. Link: https://loom.ly/FDXehjU #SmallHiveBeetle #HoneyBeeHealth #BeeResearch #ProjectApisM

Beekeepers are innovative problem solvers, and often find everyday items can be repurposed in their bee work! Hive beetles have been the target of many in-hive trap inventions, and a certain paper towel (Brawny Dine-a-Max) was found to entangle beetles' feet, so beekeepers buy them up! This video shows the effectiveness of beetle towels. #BeekeepingTips #SmallHiveBeetle #HiveManagement #ProjectApisM

Thank you to Vazza Farms Inc for their invaluable support of honey bee research! Their contributions to Project Apis m. have powered vital research and solutions that help honey bees and agriculture thrive together. We couldn’t do it without partners like Vazza Farms—THANK YOU for making a difference! #VazzaFarms #ProjectApisM #HealthyBees #HoneyBeeMVP #BeekeepingSupport

Small Hive Beetle Pressure in Colonies Small hive beetles persist as a constant threat to honey bee colonies when conditions allow. In this video, worker bees are seen patrolling and corralling beetles into confined spaces, such as burr comb on the hive lid. If a colony is weak or has excessive space beyond the bees’ ability to patrol, beetle reproduction can lead to a colony 'slime out’ due to infestation. #HoneyBeeHealth #BeekeepingChallenges #SmallHiveBeetle #ProjectApisM

Now Open: 2025 PAm-Costco Scholarship for Honey Bee Health Ph.D. students in the U.S.—apply now for up to $50,000 per year for up to three years to fund your honey bee research. ?? Deadline: April 1, 2025 (Midnight EST) ?? Eligibility: Ph.D. students in Agriculture, Apiculture, or Entomology ?? Requirements: Research proposal, CV, transcripts, recommendation letters & a 3-minute video Details & application instructions: https://loom.ly/Tojacqo #BeeHealth #ScholarshipOpportunity #PhDResearch

?? We Need Your Input! ?? Dear Beekeeping Community, At Project Apis m., we’re dedicated to supporting honey bee health, advancing pollination research, and empowering beekeepers. Over the next few months, we’ll be sharing a series of quick polls on Wednesdays to gather YOUR insights. ?? Your feedback will help us: ? Address the real-world challenges you face. ? Guide research and partnerships. ? Strengthen resources for the beekeeping industry. These polls are quick and easy—every response makes a big impact! Let’s shape the future of beekeeping together. Look for the first poll on Wednesday March 5th ?? #Beekeeping #Pollination #BeeHealth #ProjectApisM