Source: Sierra Dawn McClain, CAPITAL PRESS, 6/28/21

 A new technology could make some bee species immune to many pesticides, which currently cause beekeepers to lose about a third of hives annually. Studies show in 98% of hives nationwide, wax and pollen are contaminated with an average of six pesticides, which can kill bees or reduce bee health. The solution: a microparticle sponge that, when fed to honey bees in sugar water or pollen patties, could give them immunity to pesticides.

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