U.S. study shows worlds most common insecticide imidacloprid does not significantly harm honey bee colonies

Study Finds Imidacloprid Safe for Honey Bees at Realistic Exposure Levels

"..a new study from the University of Maryland shows that the worlds most common insecticide imidacloprid does not significantly harm honey bee colonies at real-world dosage levels.

Everyone is pointing the finger at these insecticides, said Galen Dively, emeritus professor of entomology at UMD and lead author of the study. If you pull up a search on the Internet, thats practically all anyone is talking about. This paper says no, its not the sole cause. It contributes, but there is a bigger picture.

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The Association's apiary in North Shropshire

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The Association maintains an apiary at an organic farm in North Shropshire. We hold regular meetings at the apiary during the summer, where members old and new can gain experience in handling bees.

Our Vision

visionWe encourage and develop
the art and science of bee keeping


visionWe strive to educate
Through group meetings, practical out apiary events and educational support 

NSBKA

The North Shropshire Beekeepers' Association - to encourage and develop the art and science of bee keeping