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Peter Somers
Jan 9, 2019
A Pollen Foraging Behavior
A new era in breeding honey bees began in the 1950’s when artificial insemination became a practical option. Managed crop pollination was...
Peter Somers
Nov 5, 2018
Empty Hive: Why They Left and Where They Went
Colony loss is a process rather than an event, and it often goes unnoticed. An empty hive can be the first indication of a problem. Honey...
Peter Somers
Aug 13, 2018
Harvesting Uncapped Honey in Utah
Hygroscopy Most beekeepers are aware that honey is hygroscopic, which describes a material that absorbs moisture from the surrounding...
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