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The Devastating Effects of the Varroa Mite and Viruses on Bees
1:52:02 - 1:57:48 (05:45)
The varroa mite is spreading 27 viruses among honeybees and wild bees, who are responsible for over 80% of pollination services. This is a direct threat to worldwide food biosecurity.
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Varroa mite, a tick-like pest that was introduced to the United States in 1987, is spreading diseases to honeybees, wild bees, and other pollinators, which threatens global food biosecurity.
1:52:02 - 1:56:33 (04:30)
Summary
Varroa mite, a tick-like pest that was introduced to the United States in 1987, is spreading diseases to honeybees, wild bees, and other pollinators, which threatens global food biosecurity. With the varroa mite spreading 27 viruses throughout the world, researchers are exploring ways to control the mite while also addressing other factors contributing to the decline of bee populations.
ChapterThe Devastating Effects of the Varroa Mite and Viruses on Bees
Episode#340: Paul Stamets — How Mushrooms Can Save You and (Perhaps) the World
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
In this podcast, the speaker discusses their personal experience with bee activity in their garden and how it led to their discovery of the crucial role that bees play in mushroom cultivation.
1:56:33 - 1:57:48 (01:15)
Summary
In this podcast, the speaker discusses their personal experience with bee activity in their garden and how it led to their discovery of the crucial role that bees play in mushroom cultivation.