It’s a recurring disaster that can seem like a biblical plague: bees cropping up covered in parasites, with deformed wings, ...

A new hygienic testing method helps identify bee colonies better at preventing sickness. Now, scientists are working to breed these colonies to generate more resilient hives for commercial and ...

Extreme Texas weather and harsh climate are key factors driving a shocking 66% decline in commercial bee colonies since June ...

Northern Ireland's honey bees are "under threat" due to the absence of a bee inspectorate since last year, according to the ...

A study of bumble bees has uncovered a potential reason for the insects' decline. By studying bumble bee exposure to ...

Washington State University entomologists announced this week that commercial honey bee colony losses are projected to reach between 60% and 70% in 2025.

Pathogens in managed honey bees can spill over into wild bee populations. Alger's lab works with beekeepers to breed hardy, disease-resistant honey bee colonies which they can sell to hobbyists ...