Identifying Key Pollen and Nectar Resources for Vermont Honey Bees
Borch, Brianna Jae
Borch, Brianna Jae
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Beekeepers in Vermont have long pondered the question of which flowers their bees are foraging on for nectar and pollen at specific times of the season. This study aimed to identify which plant sources Vermont honey bees are relying on for nectar and pollen from May through September. By understanding which plants bees are utilizing and when, more educated land use decisions can be made in order to protect and promote these important floral resources to support honey bee health as well as improve honey yields for beekeepers and support local agriculture.
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2022-01-01
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Undergraduate
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Food Systems
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College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
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Food & Environment Studies
Vermont Studies
Biological Sciences
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Biological Sciences