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Apiculture programs and resources from Michigan State University Extension
Published on February 29, 2024
Education and outreach in Michigan to support beekeepers and honey bees. -
Pollinator protection programs and resources from Michigan State University Extension
Published on February 29, 2024
Supporting pollinator health in Michigan through education and outreach for judicious use of pesticides and increasing pollinator habitat. -
What you need to know about EPA's Bulletins Live! Two
Published on February 23, 2024
How to create up to date "Bulletins Live! Two" based on EPA's Pesticide Use Limitation Area for your field locations. -
When do beekeepers in Michigan need pesticide certification and licenses?
Published on February 15, 2024
Whether a beekeeper needs to be certified to treat honey bee colonies for varroa mites depends on the treatment used and whether the application is for hire. -
Spring 2024 in-person beekeeping conferences in Michigan
Published on February 9, 2024
Michigan beekeeping associations host several in-person conferences for beekeepers. -
What we wished we'd known in the bee-gining
Published on January 30, 2024
Ten statements from beekeepers about starting beekeeping and what they wish they knew sooner. -
Honey Bee Health Coalition releases honey bee nutrition guide
Published on January 22, 2024
Honey Bee Health Coalition helps beekeepers unlock the secrets of hive nutrition with new honey bee nutrition guide. -
Planning for pollination of fruit crops
Published on January 19, 2024
Pollination service contracts can clarify expectations for both beekeepers and growers during crop bloom. -
EPA issues advisory for substances used to control varroa mites in beehives
Published on January 18, 2024
Advisory from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on the applicability of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act and Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act for substances used to control varroa mites in beehives. -
Reporting is underway for the Corporate Transparency Act: Farm and Ag Businesses must report before Jan. 1, 2025
Published on January 18, 2024
Beneficial Ownership Information must be reported for most businesses, including single-member LLCs. Failure to report can lead to serious civil and criminal penalties.