Hive Orientation and Colony Strength Affect Honey Bee Colony Activity during Almond Pollination

The foraging activity of honey bees used to pollinate almonds was examined in relation to their hive entrance orientation and colony strength. Twenty-four colonies of honey bees, twelve in each group, were situated with their entrances facing east and west cardinal points. Bee out counts were record...

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Main Authors: Sandra Kordić Evans, Huw Evans, William G. Meikle, George Clouston
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-02-01
Series:Insects
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4450/15/2/112