The weather is starting to warm up, which means bees are back. Many customers may ask about how to protect the pollinators as concerns about Colony Collapse Disorder resurface. The Michigan State University Extension has provided a handout for green industry professionals to distribute to gardeners with questions about pollinators and the use of neonicotinoids.
Visit their website to print out an FAQ about bee health, and check out our article from December 2013, "Why bee health matters" for more information.
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