The Escalating Problem Of Bee Colony Collapse Disorder

You may not know this, but the honey bee is disappearing all over the world; at an alarming rate. If the current rate of loss of the honey bee population continues, it is estimated that there may be only a decade span of time to find a cause and cure this problem.

The problem causing the disappearance of the honey bee is called Bee Colony Collapse Disorder, or BCCD. It causes the worker bees that are responsible for pollination to simple disappear; leaving their queen honey bee, a few hatchlings and lots of food behind.

With the current complexity of research into the problem of Bee Colony Collapse Disorder, lack of governmental response and the rate at which bees are dying, it is time for everyone to take a hard look at the world of agriculture, without the honey bees to pollinate. There is an area in China where pear and apple trees must be pollinated by hand, due to over-harvesting honey and through the use of pesticides.

It is possible that in the future other types of bees could be trained as pollinators. So far though, that experiment has not shown a great deal of promise. It could be that the result of Bee Colony Collapse Disorder may mean the honey bee will be replaced by human hand-pollination.

Human pollinators is an expensive alternative and doesn't provide a viable solution to the environmental problems associated with the disappearing honey bees.

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Knowing The Time For Bee Removal

One of the reasons why many people don't like honey bees, bumble bees, wasps etc., and why they contact bee removal services, is because these insects can sting. Otherwise they are just pretty little bugs going about their business. When a bee stings, it releases pheromones.

Typically, a honey bee that is away from the hive foraging will rarely sting. The only exceptions would be if it is roughly handled. Although it is generally believed that a honey bee can only sting once, this is a misconception. It all depends on what the bee stings as to whether it can live to sting again.

The main reason why people dislike bees is because of their ability to sting. The stinger injects a toxin into the victim, followed by the release of alarm pheromones. This process if accelerated if the bee has been fatally injured.

The release of alarm pheromones around a hive or swarm will attract other bees to the location and they will likewise show defensive behaviors until there is no longer a threat. This is typically because the victim has either flown away or been killed.

These types of pheromones do not dissipate or wash away quickly. It is obviously a wise choice to call a bee removal service if you are plagued with wild bees in or around your home.

Sometimes people will attempt bee removal on their own, without any professional help. They may choose to use chemical sprays to kill the bees or smokers to calm the bees, thus making the removal of the insects and their hive easier. You can typically find sprays and smokers in hardware stores and home-improvement centers.

If you plan on doing the removal yourself, then it's best to use whichever method at night, when all the bees are most likely to be inside the hive.

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Knowing About Different Types Of Bees

Though it may seem difficult, starting your own beekeeping business really isn't hard. It doesn't require a large investment or any special skills. All you need to do is gain some knowledge of the different types of bees and what types of equipment are required to get your business off the ground. It really is pretty simple to start your own honey bee hive business.

Now you need to buy your equipment. It is a good idea to go to different suppliers and compare prices. You probably won't need an extractor in the first year, because your harvest will most likely be small.

You will generally want cut comb honey instead of extracted honey during that first year. You may need a smoker, depending on the type of hive you get. Smokers help calm the bees while you are completing your inspections. You will also need a suit, hat and gloves, if you are going to be a keeper of bees.

The American Bee Journal can provide you with insight on the different types of bees as well as the latest technology and equipment available to beekeepers.

With a small initial investment and a little knowledge, you could have a successful beekeeping business up in no time at all. You can soon realize both the monetary and health benefits associated with bees and beekeeping.

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