Sunday, 25 August 2024 French beekeepers reported a catastrophic year for honey production due to adverse weather conditions. Mickael Isambert, a beekeeper in central France, faced an 80% drop in honey yield, having to feed his bees with sugar. Low temperatures and heavy rainfall limited bees' ability to collect pollen and nectar, leading to colony starvation and significant losses nationwide.
Honeybees (*Apis mellifera*) are some of the most crucial insects on the planet due to their role in pollination, which supports biodiversity and agriculture. Here’s a deeper dive into their world: ### Key Facts about Honeybees: - **Social Structure:** Honeybees live in highly organized colonies...
Sunday, 25 August 2024
