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What specific nutrients do foragers collect that are critical?

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Here’s what nutrients foragers need to collect to maintain peek colony health Forager bees collect several critical nutrients essential for colony health, primarily via nectar, pollen, water, and propolis. The main nutrients and their roles are: • Proteins/Amino acids: Collected mainly from pollen, these are vital for brood development, growth, and the production of royal […]

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What role does foraging play in the health of a bee colony?

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Foraging is fundamental to the overall health and survival of a bee colony Providing the essential resources—nectar, pollen, water, and propolis—needed for nutrition, brood development, immune function, and winter survival. The quality, abundance, and diversity of forage directly determine colony strength, productivity, and resilience to stress and disease[1][2][3]. Key roles foraging plays in bee colony

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Varroa Mite Management

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The honey bee is a remarkable creature, not only for its role in pollination and honey production but also for the unique ways in which it handles threats to its existence. Among these threats, the Varroa destructor mite stands out as one of the most significant challenges faced by beekeepers and honey bee populations worldwide.

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What is Propolis, is it important to Bees?

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Bee propolis is a resinous substance collected and produced by honey bees from tree buds, sap, and other botanical sources, which the bees mix with their saliva and beeswax. Bees use propolis to seal cracks and crevices in their hives, protect the hive from intruders and pathogens, and maintain optimal hive environment by controlling airflow and humidity.

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