Bee IPM Project Honey bees not only provide us with a source of natural sweetness in the form of honey but they also play a…
The following publications were produced by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and are presently out of print. They provide information on commonly grown livestock forage crops…
Published by CAPA in 1995 and now out of print, A Guide to Managing Bees for Crop Pollination, provides excellent information for beekeepers involved in pollination,…
Nosema disease in honey bees is caused by two different species of Nosema apis and Nosema ceranae. This page contains links to information on the biology,…
Are you interested in implementing an integrated pest management program for varroa mites? The attached guide provides thresholds developed from research at the University of…
Honey bees are among the most challenging livestock to breed. The following articles provide great guides on the theory and practice of propagating and breeding…
Excellent out-of-print resources on managing non-Apis pollinators. Construction Designs for Alfalfa Leafcutter Bee Shelters (Richards 1979) Alfalfa Leaf Cutter in Northwestern Canada Management of Alfalfa Leaf Cutting Bee:…
Wintering honey bees in Canada can prove a challenge. The following publications are great resources for how to efficiently over-winter colonies and minimize losses. The Biology and Management of…
American foulbrood (AFB) is caused by the spore-forming bacteria Paenibacillus larvae. Diseased larvae contaminate comb with spores which remain a significant source of reinfection for years to follow. The following are some…
Beekeeping in Eastern Canada (L’Arrivee, 1977) Beehive Construction (Corner 1976) The Effect of Continuous Pollen Trapping Sealed Brood, Honey Production and Gross Income in Northern Alberta…