Navigating Challenges: NSW Beekeepers Adapt to the Varroa Mite Onslaught In a significant turn of events for the beekeeping industry, New South Wales (NSW) is grappling with the relentless spread of the varroa mite. Three months after the state ab…
Bee Swarming Surge in South Australia: A Closer Look at the Buzz In the serene landscapes of South Australia, a curious phenomenon is unfolding - a surge in bee swarming that has caught the attention of both citizens and experts alike. The rising de…
Alarm Bells: Varroa Mite Threatens Existence of Feral Bees in Australia In a concerning development, researchers from the University of Otago have issued a stark warning about the impending disappearance of feral bees in Australia. The culprit beh…
Beekeeper Glenn Locke Receives 'Overwhelming' Support After Losing Beehives to Varroa Mite and NSW Bushfires In 2022, Glenn Locke, a beekeeper, faced a devastating setback when an outbreak of varroa mite infected his adult honey bees. The si…
Beekeepers grappling with Varroa Mite Outbreak and Seeking an Industry Exit Strategy In June 2022, the presence of Varroa mites in sentinel hives was detected at the Port of Newcastle. However, subsequent investigations determined that the infesta…