Honey Bee & Pollination

One third of Australian food that ends up on our plate is dependent on honey bee pollination. From almonds to avocados, honey bees are vital for the pollination and production of many of our favourite foods.

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Honey Bee & Pollination

Creative investment approach facilitating innovative solutions

Early-career researchers and industry bodies benefiting from development grants program that is having a major impact.

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HONEY BEE & POLLINATION / 05.12.23

Bee quick: New honey bee and pollination development grants to boost the industry

AgriFutures Honey Bee & Pollination Program Industry Development Grants are now open for the 2023-24 application period. 

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HONEY BEE & POLLINATION / 25.10.23

Pasture legumes nurturing a sweet future for honey bees

The innovative Clover4Bees pilot study is on a mission to help the all-important honey bee.

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HONEY BEE & POLLINATION / 19.10.23

Learning how to live with Varroa

Blink and you’d miss it- the Varroa mite’s minute presence is all but invisible to the naked eye. Yet the tiny mite is the greatest known threat to Australia’s honey bee and pollination industry.

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