Evaluating Honey Bee Colonies for Pollination: A Guide for Commercial Growers and Beekeepers
Explains the use of managed honey bee colonies in pollinating agricultural crops, currently valued at $15 billion in the United States. Includes details on colony strength evaluation and regulatio …
Published: January 2011
Reviewed: January 2024
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