PermaNews Editorial

Colorado Beekeeper Lost 85% of Hives in 2021

Sudden die-off raises questions about pesticide exposure in commercial apiaries.

A Colorado beekeeper lost 85% of his hives in 2021. The sudden collapse raises questions about pesticide exposure in commercial apiaries.

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