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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The Neonicotinoid View: Neonicotinoids Found In The Great Lakes

EPA quote about neonic soybeans

Although industry would like the public to continue to believe that neonicotinoids are not a major environmental problem, they have now shown up in the Great Lakes region. In this segment of The Neonicotinoid View, host June Stoyer and Tom Theobald talk about this recent study as well as other news about the impact of nenonicotinoids.

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NJ Dept Of Ag’s New Rules For Beekeepers

In this segment of The Neonicotinoid View, host June Stoyer and co-host, Tom Theobald talk to Janet Katz, President of the New Jersey Beekeepers Association. She is going to discuss New Jersey’s Department of Agriculture’s decision to restrict beekeeping. Tune in to find out what you need to know and how this may impact other states.

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