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Bee hive 'breathalyser'
New technology sniffs out the devastating American foulbrood disease,
Read full storyAlmond tree pollination to attract record number of beehives
Each year thousands of hives are transported into almond orchards in Victoria's north-west
Read full storyEnhancing Australia’s bee pest surveillance
Enhancements to the National Bee Pest Surveillance Program have delivered a range of valuable outcomes to support the health of Australia’s bees.
Read full storyComputer modeling drives precision bloom thinning in apple orchards
Computer modeling helps to more precisely manage orchard thinning practices.
Read full storyTime flies when you’re pollinating
The humble fly can be just as important as bees for pollination.
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Maximising pollination – the missing link
A radar-like sensor that effectively monitors bee pollination activity is set to improve pollination rates and increase yields.
Read full storyDeveloping a spray to help honeybees fight mites
Researchers are working on a new tool to combat the parasitic mite Varroa destructor.
Read full storySurvey reveals avocado growers encouraging pollinators
The survey is being undertaken to improve the pollination services provided by beneficial insects and other pollinators through revegetation programs that enhance food availability for pollinators.
Read full storyGet the latest buzz via 2 free field days
Two events will be held in early March for macadamia and avocado growers who are passionate about pollination and are looking for ways to improve productivity and support the natural ecosystems on their farms.
Read full storyWanted: Hairy, motivated flies to pollinate crops
Scientists are on the lookout for energetic flies with plenty of body hair to pollinate crops and help expand Australia’s fruit and nut production.
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Bee Klipp use expands
Bee Klipp has expanded to include use in new crops such as avocado, cherries and cucurbits.
Read full storyAnimal carcasses and their flies could be 'the new bees'
Flies are well known to be as efficient pollinators as bees but are not as abundant.
Read full storyNew thinning agent shines in first season
A new fruit thinning agent - Brevis - has passed its first season with flying colours offering a more flexible application window than currently available options.
Read full storyBee-Scent for pollination
Bee-Scent is a pheromone-based enhancement product that aids in attracting bees to the target crop.
Read full storyAPIS Bloom - Bloomin' marvellous
Increase foraging of commercial European honeybees by attracting them into your crop.
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