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California Almond Crop at Risk: 1.25M Bee Colonies Lost

2/22/2025

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Honeybee officials reveal a staggering loss of over 1.25 million colonies since June 2024, with beekeepers suffering devastating losses of up to 100%. This crisis jeopardizes California's vital almond crop and raises urgent concerns about pollination services and food security across the U.S. Researchers are racing to uncover the causes, including harmful pesticides and habitat destruction.

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Honeybee officials reveal a staggering loss of over 1.25 million colonies since June 2024, with beekeepers suffering devastating losses of up to 100%. This crisis jeopardizes California's vital almond crop and raises urgent concerns about pollination services and food security across the U.S. Researchers are racing to uncover the causes, including harmful pesticides and habitat destruction.