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Worlds oldest continuously published Beekeeping Magazine in the English Language
Hamilton IL
Joined June 2009
ABJ Extra-August 14, 2025-EPA Releases New Mobile Tool to Help Farmers Implement Recommended Ecological Pesticide Mitigation Measures -
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Today, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing the release of the Pesticide App for Label Mitigations (PALM), an easy-to-use, mobile-friendly tool to serve as a one-stop shop that...
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ABJ Extra-August 4, 2025- USDA Opens Public Comment Period on Department Reorganization Plan -
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Washington, D.C., August 1, 2025, [email protected] – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced today the opening of a 30-day public comment period for stakeholders to provide feedback...
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ABJ Extra-July 21, 2025 - EPA Seeks Nominations for Pesticide Program Dialogue Committee -
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is soliciting nominations of qualified candidates for appointment to the Pesticide Program Dialogue Committee (PPDC) ...
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ABJ Extra-July 3, 2025 - Great American Farmers Market to Celebrate America 250 on National Mall -
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Washington, D.C., July 2, 2025 - In celebration with America 250, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today announced the USDA will be hosting the Great American Farmers Market on the...
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ABJ Extra-July 2, 2025 - Time is Running Out: Enter our 2026 Calendar Photo Contest -
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Due to the enthusiastic response to our American Bee Journal wall calendars, we're planning another one for 2026 - so we will again need your photos! Deadline for entiries is August 15 ...
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ABJ Extra-June 16, 2025 - U.S. Beekeeping Survey Reveals Highest Honey Bee Colony Losses During 2024-2025 -
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AUBURN, Ala. - The annual U.S. Beekeeping Survey results are in for the 2024-2025 calendar year. In collaboration with Auburn University, the Apiary Instructors of America, Oregon State University...
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ABJ Extra-June 13, 2025 - University of Montana Beekeeping Classes for 2025 -
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The University of Montana is hosting two summer field classes this year: A Beginner's Class on June 28-29, and a Queen Selection and Breeding Class, August 8-10. We've also launched ...
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ABJ Extra-June 1, 2025 - Honey Bee Researchers Tie Heavy Colony Losses to Viruses, Possible Amitraz Resistance -
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WASHINGTON, June 2, 2025, USDA-ARS – Scientists at the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service (USDA-ARS) are helping American beekeepers solve the mystery behind a widespread...
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ABJ Extra-May 29, 2025 - EPA Proposes to Register dsRNA Product for Varroa Mite Control -
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed to register one technical and two end use products containing the new active ingredient Vadescana, a double stranded RNA (dsRNA), for...
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ABJ Extra-May 15, 2025 - Learn Queen-Rearing Techniques and Instrumental Insemination at UC Davis -
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The UC Davis-baased California Master Beekeeper Program (CAMBP) has scheduled two bee courses: one on queen-rearing techniques and the other on instrumental insemination. Both will be held at the the...
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ABJ Extra-April 24, 2025 - A "Honey Integrity Act" to Protect U.S. Beekeepers and Consumers -
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Each year, the U.S. produces an average of 130-150 million pounds of American honey. Yet, Americans consume an average of 600 million pounds of honey per year. Since domestic production falls far...
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ABJ Extra-April 15, 2025 - Reminder: Take the 2024-2025 U.S. Beekeeping Survey by April 30! -
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Only 2 weeks left! Participate in the 2024-2025 Beekeeping Survey today and help provide valuable information about managed honey bee colony losses and beekeeping practices across the United States.
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ABJ Extra-April 1, 2025 - The 2024-2025 U.S. Beekeeping Survey is live! -
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Participate in the 2024-2025 Beekeeping Survey today and help provide valuable information about managed honey bee colony losses and beekeeping practices across the United States.
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ABJ Extra-February 21, 2025 - Over 1.1 Million Honey Bee Colonies Lost, According to Recent Survey -
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A nationwide survey of beekeepers has revealed catastrophic honey bee colony losses across the United States, with commercial operations reporting an average loss of 62% between June 2024 and...
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ABJ Extra-February 10, 2025 - Severe Honey Bee Losses Reported — Beekeepers urged to submit surveys by midnight tonight! -
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See the urgent report below from the Honey Bee Health Coalition. Beekeepers are encouraged to respond to this survey before midnight EST on Feb 10: https://forms.office.com/r/YKNpRBGkir
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ABJ Extra-February 6, 2025 - Commercial Beekeepers Launch New Program to Address Hive Theft -
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Sacramento, CA -- The California State Beekeepers Association is excited to announce a new effort aimed at preventing the rapidly expanding number of hive theft incidents that continue to jeopardize...
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ABJ Extra-February 3, 2025 - Just out- Honey Bee Genetics and Breeding, by Robert E. Page Jr. -
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Just out from Wicwas Press — “Honey Bee Genetics and Breeding,” by Robert E. Page Jr., “the world’s expert in honey bee breeding.” Read our January book review by Dr. Dewey Caron ...
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ABJ Extra-January 30, 2025 - California Ag Dept. seeks comments on Tropilaelaps pest rating proposal -
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The California Department of Food and Agriculture has proposed a threat rating for the potential negative impact on managed honey bees and agricultural production from the anticipated arrival of the...
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ABJ Extra-January 10, 2025 - Bee Platoon Helping Beekeepers in Pacific Palisades -
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First responders are fiercely battling five raging wildfires in Los Angeles County, wildfires fueled by dry conditions and the hurricane-force Santa Ana winds. The most extensive: the Palisades Fire....
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ABJ Extra-December 30, 2024 - Honey Bee Health Coalition Releases Tips for . -
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The Honey Bee Health Coalition (HBHC) has published a new resource to help beekeepers understand and successfully navigate the H-2A process for securing seasonal workers. The two-page guide, titled...
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