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Honey production grew in 2023 — but it's a small bright spot in a struggling industry

Honeybees across the United States churned out more honey in 2023, increasing production numbers for the first time in three years. To beekeepers, it's a small win in an industry facing major ...
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The honeybee is in danger, experts struggle to try and stop the die-off

MINNEAPOLIS — The honeybee is in trouble and honey production could be at stake as colonies continue to face an unprecedented die-off. Minnesota ranks fifth in the United States in honey ...
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Northwest honey production, prices drop in 2023

The Pacific Northwest’s honey production dropped 4% in 2023 compared to the previous year, but California’s honey harvest increased 17%, according to USDA reports. The price per pound and ...

Drought impacts honey production for Cabarrus County beekeeper

That’s just one revenue source that I won’t have this year, and it’s hard enough to make money on a farm now." ...

Hive hopes: Northern Alberta beekeepers optimistic after years of low honey yields

Apiaries in northern Alberta have experienced challenging seasons for their bees in recent years. The Peace region suffered a 52 per cent drop in honey yields in 2024. Beekeepers are hoping this turns ...