In the recent news articles about the woes of the almond and other farmers not having enough bees they seem to be concluding that the main reason for the shortage is the varroa mite problem.
Do you agree that the mites and other parasites are the problem or is it a lack of bee keepers?
Seems to me the old timers are getting out of the business and most of the younger prospects are somewhat shy to invest the large sums of capitol to enter such a volatile market on a commercial scale.
Thoughts?
Do you agree that the mites and other parasites are the problem or is it a lack of bee keepers?
Seems to me the old timers are getting out of the business and most of the younger prospects are somewhat shy to invest the large sums of capitol to enter such a volatile market on a commercial scale.
Thoughts?