Pollinators

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Flowering Bee Lawns with James Wolfin

Learn how to support pollinators by turning your grass into a flowering bee lawn
Pollinator supportive trees and shrubs for farm and orchard windbreaks

Published on April 8, 2022
Fruit growers can support bee health and other wildlife by thoughtfully selecting woody plants for their windbreaks.
Key Wildlife Pests of Fruit and How to Promote and Protect Pollinators in Fruit Systems

Learn more about key wildlife pests to be on the lookout for as well as how you can promote and protect pollinators on your operation.
2021-2022 Special collection of scientific articles on honey bee research from the Journal of Insect Science

Published on February 22, 2022
A collection of articles on recent honey bee research is available for free online.
Somewhere for the pollinators to go: A case study of establishing large-scale pollinator habitat

Published on November 22, 2021
Establishing pollinator habitat through the Bee & Butterfly Habitat Fund’s Seed a Legacy Program in southeast Michigan.
Beehaviors with Dr. Zachary Huang

Learn about fascinating honey bee "beehaviors."
USDA funds available to establish pollinator habitat on your land

Published on August 20, 2021
You may be eligible for federal financial assistance to help you establish a pollinator planting.
Other Pests and Diseases of the Honey Bees with Mark Dykes

Varroa mites have been well established to be a major cause of colony health issues, but honey bees face many other pests and diseases. Learn about these other pests and diseases in this video.
Rules and regulations for selling honey in Michigan

Published on July 7, 2021
A comprehensive guide for beekeepers who want to process and sell honey or honey related products direct or wholesale.
Native bees of Michigan with Dr. Rebecca Tonietto

Learn about native bees of Michigan
Michigan Bee Plants with Dr. Zachary Huang

Learn about the major honey plants in Michigan
The buzz about native bees with Dr. Michelle Fearon

Learn about interacting factors affecting native bees
Michigan honey is always in season

Published on March 22, 2018
Thank your local honey bees for this sweet treat.
Native Bees for Pollination

Exploring the possibilities and techniques for keeping solitary cavity-nesting bees.
Beekeeping for Pollination and Honey

Getting started with beekeeping for pollination and honey