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Diagnostic labs and services for beekeepers

Published on January 8, 2025
Several laboratories test honey bees or hive products for pathogens, parasites, pesticides, queens, Africanized honey bee genetics or honey floral source.
Michigan honey bee veterinarians contact list

Published on December 20, 2024
Find a veterinarian near you who is eager to provide veterinary care for Michigan honey bees.
Corporate Transparency Act webinar recording is now available on the Michigan State University Extension website

Published on December 9, 2024
Video recording covers filing tips, an example filing, and Q&A discussion.
Tropilaelaps mite information for beekeepers

Published on December 6, 2024
Resources for learning about Tropilaelaps spp., mites that can parasitize various species of honey bees, including Apis mellifera.
Free online courses on pollinator protection offer a restricted use pesticide (RUP) credit for Michigan certified pesticide applicators

Published on December 6, 2024
Pesticide applicators in Michigan can take a free, self-paced, online course on pollinator protection to earn one RUP credit in categories 1A, 1B, 1C, 2, 3A, 3B, 6, 7A, Commercial Core or Private Core.
2025 Generally Accepted Agricultural and Management Practices (GAAMPs) include changes to section on honey bees

Published on December 4, 2024
Beekeepers should review and follow current GAAMPs to minimize disturbances to neighbors and to benefit from some protection from nuisance litigation.
EPA’s Vulnerable Species Action Plan may impact pesticide applicators in Michigan

Published on November 11, 2024
Pesticide applicators may experience label changes aimed at protecting particularly vulnerable endangered species.
Videos of Michigan SARE grantees highlight sustainable farm innovation

Published on October 24, 2024
Michigan hosts the North Central Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education administrative council and coordinators from 12 states for farm tours and video with grantees.
Consider nature when designing your garden

Published on October 18, 2024
Canadian Garden Study Tour brings nature’s design to foreground.
MSU Pollinator Champions updated online course available

Published on October 14, 2024
Michigan State University updated a popular online course about pollinators in Michigan with new accessibility features, graphics and resources. The course is available at no charge to participants.