Growers are cutting back on pollination as they face increased costs, said an industry expert. “Pollination isn’t an option for folks who are struggling to meet basic expenses,” said Tim Hiatt, a ...

Washington State University announced a workshop focused on postharvest and pollination topics scheduled for Feb. 18 in Wenatchee. The event, “Innovative Tools to Combat Emerging Diseases and Boost ...

It’s been a rocky start to the 2024 growing season for many corn growers, with some parts of the Corn Belt enduring persistent rainfall, wind and hail. Those weather factors, along with rising ...

1. There is increasing recognition that pollination deficits are limiting crop yields world-wide. However, management strategies for optimal insect pollination are still unclear for most crops.

PIP's in-field precision pollination insights will empower apple growers to optimize hive placement, timing, and density for maximum pollination coverage and outcomes FRESNO, Calif., Feb. 5, 2025 ...

LOS ANGELES, March 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Continuing its focus on applying scientific knowledge to pollination optimization and working closely with researchers at the Washington State University ...

Figure 1 Bumblebees use vibration to forage pollen on beaked and “nosey” Pedicularis. They always bite at the base of the flower’s beak and then buzz it. The pollen released from the beak’s terminus ...