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Highly Contagious Honey Bee Virus Transmitted by Mites
Science Daily Researchers at the University of Sheffield have discovered a parasitic mite has caused the deformed wing virus to proliferate in honey bee colonies. This association is now thought to contribute to the world-wide spread and probable death of … Continue reading
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Headlines: Scientists warn of link between dangerous new pathogen and Monsanto’s Roundup
Source: Activist Post, Rady Ananda A plant pathologist experienced in protecting against biological warfare recently warned the USDA of a new, self-replicating, micro-fungal virus-sized organism which may be causing spontaneous abortions in livestock, sudden death syndrome in Monsanto’s Roundup Ready … Continue reading
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Bees ‘Self-Medicate’ When Infected With Some Pathogens
Science Daily Research from North Carolina State University shows that honey bees “self-medicate” when their colony is infected with a harmful fungus, bringing in increased amounts of antifungal plant resins to ward off the pathogen. “The colony is willing to … Continue reading
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