Disappearing Bees- Ecological Catastrophe Draws Near
Posted by seumasach on January 16, 2009
As we never cease to stress, all mention of one likely cause of CCD is carefully avoided by the authorities, the “greens” and most of the beekeepers: EM radiation from the mobile phone network and, possibly, HAARP. There is, however, overwhelming evidence that this is indeed the cause of the “mysterious” disappearance of the bees, as well other insects, birds, bats and other creatures. One common factor in the disappearance of these creatures is disorientation caused by interference in their capacity to direct themselves by the earth’s magnetic field. Here is some more background:
https://inthesenewtimes.com/2008/09/29/the-birds-the-bees-and-mankind/
https://inthesenewtimes.com/2008/08/13/is-colony-collapse-the-price-of-emf-progress/
https://inthesenewtimes.com/2008/05/15/the-disappearing-bees-ccd-and-electromagnetic-radiation/
A BEEKEEPING couple from Weston are urging residents to keep an eye out for swarms of honeybees to help the struggling honey trade.
Ann and Michael Westwood have been beekeeping for the last 15 years and say the situation is worse then ever.
The Leewood Road residents say people should keep an eye out for swarms of bees in green spaces, forests and orchards.
Last year’s cool summer and an increase in Varroa mites, which weaken their immune system, has caused a huge decrease in the honey bee population.
Ann, Weston’s British Beekeepers’ Association (BBKA) branch vice-chairman, said: “The situation is so frustrating as we love English honey and are so fearful that it will disappear completely.”
The 62-year-old former Weston General Hospital nurse added that the town’s beekeepers are extremely concerned about the lack of funding going into bee research.
The BBKA is the leading organisation representing beekeepers within the UK.
It believes in promoting beekeeping, beecraft, education and environmental sustainability.
Michael and Ann’s passion for honey bloomed fifteen years ago when they visited a beekeepers stall at a food fair.
Michael, a 64-year-old a civil engineer, said: “Now is the time people of Weston, Bristol and all over Avon can help by keeping an eye out for the swarms.
“It is crucial that people report these sightings as soon as they can so the bees can be captured by the swarm liaison team.”
Once the bees have been caught they are treated for pests and introduced in to a hive where they can begin to create honey.
Weston MP John Penrose owns two hives and says the falling bee population could cause serious environmental problems.
Mr Penrose added: “At the moment the number of wild bees is declining so we need to look after them whenever we can.
“Anyone who spots a swarm of bees should either report them to the local police or to the BBKA.”
BBKA Experts estimate the insects pollinate a third of all the plants people eat and more than 50 per cent of wild plants other animals depend on.
For more information, log on to http://www.avonbeekeepers.co.uk. To report a swarm in Weston, call Mark Tilley on 01934 822 210.
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DALE JOHNSON said
Have Grapefruit tree with many blossums, but no fruit in 2008. This year again tons of blossums. Can I rent a beehive?
Water Co. killed a hive of bees in the meter box in 2008. The beekeepers wanted $200.00 to remove it!
What can I do?
Robin said
I’m thinking that it has to do with the earth’s magnetic pull.
I saw a show about the Mayan Calendar and Dec 21, 2012 being doomsday on The History Channel, and they said interestingly enough, there are a couple of legitimate astronomical/scientific things happening at that time. One of them is polar switch, and while this is in process, the earth loses some of it’s magnetic field. It made me think of the bee problem right away.
Just a thought.
ernesto said
Found bees this moring all over the grass.Look like they were feasting,than dieing.Day before spread grass with vigoro weed killer.Bees seem to like the stuff,than seem to get weak and die.Just wondering if anyone had this problem.