Tips For Raising Mason Bees

Tips For Raising Mason Bees Osmia sandersoneae, F, face Photo: USGS

Raising mason bees has become a very popular trend, especially for avid gardeners and hobbyists who are fascinated by other species of pollinators such as honey bees, birds and bats. If you want to learn about the care of mason bees, listen to this segment of The Organic View Radio Show as host, June Stoyer talks to Colorado beekeeper, Mr. Tom Theobald about what you need to know to raise them. Learn tips about identification, care, fun facts about mason bees and more!

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Are Hummingbirds The Next Victim Of Neonicotinoid Exposure?

At this stage, we know that there are pesticides in the hummingbirds based upon what we are measuring in their pee and their poop.

The North American hummingbird population is declining! Why are they disappearing? Is it due to habitat loss, predators, or possibly exposure to pesticides such as neonicotinoids? In this segment of The Organic View Radio Show, host, June Stoyer talks to Dr. Christine Bishop about her new research on the declining hummingbird population.

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