Agriculture

Late Gestation Ewe Management Late Gestation Ewe Management- Information on preparing for lambing, provided by the University of Nebraska extension. Breeding Soundness in Rams Breeding Soundness in Rams- Provides a guide on how to conduct a breeding soundness examination and how to interpret the results. Ramsem Ramsem- A service for sheep breeders, linking the buyers and sellers of ram semen for AI purposes. Selecting the Right Ram with EPDs Selecting the Right Ram with EPDs- Tells how to use EPDs to select the right ram for your breeding program. Reproductive Management of the Ewe Flock and the Ram Reproductive Management of the Ewe Flock and the Ram- Reproduction in sheep is influenced by numerous factors. These include: genetic potential, nutritional status, environmental … Breeding Soundness Examination Breeding Soundness Examination- A ram not only represents a sizeable investment but he also influence the economic return from the flock for years to come. Through a breeding soun… USDA Bee Research Laboratory USDA Bee Research Laboratory- Conducts research on the biology and control of honey bee (Apis mellifera L.) diseases, parasites and pests. Beneficial Insects Research Unit Beneficial Insects Research Unit- Located at the University of Delaware, Newark. Provides information on current projects and research programs. Pollinating Insect: Biology, Management, Systematics Research Pollinating Insect: Biology, Management, Systematics Research- Information on the research being done at the Logan Bee Laboratory. Carl Hayden Bee Research Centre Carl Hayden Bee Research Centre- Information for students and beekeepers about the facility; describes their research into crop pollination, and threats to honey bee populations. COLOSS (Prevention of honey bee COlony LOSSes) COLOSS (Prevention of honey bee COlony LOSSes)- The international, non-profit association is focussed on improving the well-being of bees at a global level. Information about proj… Bee stripes may not keep predators away Bee stripes may not keep predators away- The BBC reports that bee predators may well be avoiding bees’ buzzing, or their distinctive flying pattern. Society of the German Bee Research Institutes Society of the German Bee Research Institutes- Provides information on the research being undertaken, institutes, conferences and the bee monitoring program. There is also a large… MSU - Department of Entomology MSU - Department of Entomology- Information regarding the research of beekeeping, honeybees, and bee biology done by Zachary Huang at Michigan State University. Ohio State University Honey Bee Laboratory Ohio State University Honey Bee Laboratory- A multi-purpose laboratory encompassing both extension and research responsibilities. Description of activities and events, their bee g… Honey Bee Science Research Centre Honey Bee Science Research Centre- Based in Tamagawa University, Japan. Brief description of the centre, and its publications. Links to the Asian Apicultural Association. (Japanes… Bee Research Institute at Dol (Czech Republic) Bee Research Institute at Dol (Czech Republic)- History of the institute, with some information about services offered (especially classification of bee races), staffing, and prod… Honey Bee Research Honey Bee Research- Links to research establishments around the world from Cyberbee.net. UCD Entomology Apiculture Newsletters UCD Entomology Apiculture Newsletters- The Apiculture Newsletter- Entomology at University of California, Davis. APIS Newsletter APIS Newsletter- Links to Apis newsletter (Yahoo Groups) on beekeeping management issues at the University of Florida by Dr. Malcolm T. Sanford. Archives of newsletter for sale. A Spring without Bees A Spring without Bees- Provides information on a book by journalist Michael Schacker which examines the evidence linking IMD to Colony Collapse Disorder and offers a plan to save … Yahoo! Groups: Historical Honeybee Articles Yahoo! Groups: Historical Honeybee Articles- A mailing list dedicated to all genres of historic bee literature and various articles from old newspapers, magazines and books. American Bee Journal American Bee Journal- Specialist publication available by subscription including beekeeping information, education, classes and events, as well as beekeeping history. Apinews Apinews- Beekeeping news site run by Eivind Mork providing easily accessible news about bees and beekeeping from around the world. Beekeeping For Beginners Beekeeping For Beginners- Provides details of a book of this name that can be ordered on-line, either as an e-book or as a print book. Bee Craft Bee Craft- Monthly journal providing the latest beekeeping ideas and research for beginners and seasoned apiarists. Subscription information, events calendar, topical tips, discus… Bee Culture Magazine Bee Culture Magazine- The magazine of American beekeeping, with current and archive articles available on-line, news, events, information, books and links. The Argentine Beekeepers' Magazine The Argentine Beekeepers' Magazine- Archive of past editions (from 1997), with subscription information. (Spanish and English.) Organic Beekeepers (Yahoo) Organic Beekeepers (Yahoo)- A community where beekeepers can learn Organic Beekeeping - managing bees and hives without the use of drugs, chemicals, essential oils, and acids. Beekeeping (Yahoo) Beekeeping (Yahoo)- Claims to be the original beekeeping list with archives going back to 1998. Covers all subjects pertaining to beekeeping. Beemaster Beemaster- An international beekeeping forum. Topics include tutorials and equipment reviews. International Top Bar Beekeeping Forum International Top Bar Beekeeping Forum- Discussion forum for beekeepers worldwide who use either horizontal or vertical top bar hives and minimally invasive, chemical free managem… Beesource.com: Bulletin Board Beesource.com: Bulletin Board- Several forums for discussion of general beekeeping topics. Includes forums for beginners, on pests and diseases, and on breeding. American Honey Bee Rescue Alliance American Honey Bee Rescue Alliance- An association of Americans with a common goal of being advocates to the survival and promotion of honey bees. Central Beekeepers Association of New Brunswick Central Beekeepers Association of New Brunswick- Apiculture information, news, events, forum, photographs, recipes. Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada. Iowa Honey Producers Association Iowa Honey Producers Association- The Buzz Newsletter contains the majority of the site content. In the future additional articles will be posted from IHPA to help document and ex… MAAREC Task Force MAAREC Task Force- An organization comprised of departments of agriculture, beekeeping organizations and universities from New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania West Virgin… Worcester County Beekeepers Association Worcester County Beekeepers Association- Bees and beekeeping in Worcester County, Massachusetts, USA. WCBA has been operating for over 100 years and works to promote beekeeping. Hampton Roads Beekeepers Hampton Roads Beekeepers- Topbar beekeepers in Hampton Roads, Virginia. Maine State Beekeepers Association Maine State Beekeepers Association- Provides substantive information about bees and beekeeping to beekeepers and the public; and represents the interests of beekeepers state-wide … Ontario-Finger Lakes Beekeepers Association Ontario-Finger Lakes Beekeepers Association- Open to anyone interested in honey bees and serves enthusiasts in a five county area in New York State. Includes general information a… Beekeepers Association of Southern California Beekeepers Association of Southern California- Members from all over Southern California, including: Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties. Our members range… Orange County Beekeepers Association - California Orange County Beekeepers Association - California- Formed in the 1970s they are the oldest and largest beekeeping organization in Orange County, CA. Membership is comprised of mos… San Diego Bee Society San Diego Bee Society- Amateur and professional beekeepers. Their members range from beginners to the most advanced beekeepers. North Central West Virginia Beekeepers Association North Central West Virginia Beekeepers Association- Aims to promote beekeeping in West Virginia. Includes information on membership, a calendar, photo gallery, forum and web links. Maryland State Beekeepers Association Maryland State Beekeepers Association- Information on this organization, its meetings, officers, board, local clubs, classes, the magazine Beeline, links and resources. Santa Barbara Beekeepers Association Santa Barbara Beekeepers Association- The online home of the Santa Barbara Beekeepers Association European Professional Beekeepers Association European Professional Beekeepers Association- This organization aims to represent the interests of professional beekeepers in Europe. Collin County Hobby Beekeepers Association Collin County Hobby Beekeepers Association- A beekeeping organization in Texas, whose members include hobbyist and commercial beekeepers. Details of meetings, programs and scholar… National Honey Board National Honey Board- Conducts research and marketing programs for the nation's honey industry. Offers its latest research findings, recipes and answers to frequently-asked honey …