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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Can Maryland Protect Its Bees From Neonicotinoids?

In this special series called “The Neonicotinoid View”, host June Stoyer and special guest co-host, Colorado beekeeper, Tom Theobald, will talk to bee health advocates Bonnie Raindrop and Bill Castro about efforts in Maryland to restrict use of neonicotinoids by passing Senate Bill 163/House Bill 6055, The 2015 Pollinator Protection Act.

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