October 9, 2026

Varroa mites, bees, and our future: Where have all the bees gone?

Bilpin’s apple crop failure highlights the impact of Varroa mite on wild honey bees. In this article we explore pollination resilience, Darwinian beekeeping and breeding more resilient bees.
September 2, 2026

In praise of… pollination!

Varroa has highlighted Australia's reliance on pollination. But honey bees are only part of the story. What does pollination security look like?
August 25, 2026

Highlights from the 2026 Australian Native Bee Association Conference

New discoveries, growing interest and some sobering warnings: the latest native bee research reveals both hope and challenges.