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More beehives destroyed as NSW fights mite

A new eradication zone has been established in NSW as hundreds of beehives are destroyed in the battle to contain an outbreak of the deadly varroa mite.

AAP

Compensation raised as millions of bees killed to stop varroa mite

So far more than 600 hives have been destroyed and "that number will grow". Generally, bees are euthanised by pouring petrol into the hive, leaving it overnight, then burning the hive.

Newcastle Herald

Compensation raised as millions of bees killed to stop Varroa mite

So far more than 600 hives have been destroyed and "that number will grow". Generally, bees are euthanised by pouring petrol into the hive, leaving it overnight, then burning the hive.

The Canberra Times

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Brentford set to win five-club transfer race to bring Keane Lewis-Potter to Premier League

Hull City forward Keane Lewis-Potter has been credited with transfer interest from multiple Premier League clubs and his long-awaited move to the top-flight could now be close to coming to fruition

Daily Mirror

Hear me out – we could use the varroa mite to wipe out feral honey bees, and help Australia's environment

A tiny parasitic mite that lives on the European honeybee (Apis mellifera) has breached Australia’s border quarantine and been detected in managed bee hives in New South Wales.

The Conversation

Hunter varroa crisis: 'like trying to put a lasso around a puff of smoke'

'It's like trying to put a lasso around a puff of smoke.'

Newcastle Herald

Mites taking the buzz out of Cardiff business

"If we aren't allowed bees back in Newcastle for months or years I'm not sure what this will do for business."

Newcastle Herald

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Varroa's high price to our industry justifies extensive measures

It is undoubtedly a nervous time for beekeepers and anyone with a firm grasp on precisely how important bees are for natural ecosystems.

Newcastle Herald

Varroa on the move: second biosecurity zone set up

The minister said the discovery was not cause for alarm

Newcastle Herald

Bee parasite in Hunter 'never been eradicated from a country before'

Australia was the only significant honey-producing country to be free of the varroa destructor mite.

Newcastle Herald

Where Have You Been Hive-ing- Thousands Of Stolen Bees Find Their Way Home

Thousands of bees stolen from a country estate have returned by themselves – after apparently fleeing their captors.

Zenger

New biosecurity zone set up after deadly varroa mite discovered at three more NSW properties

Properties with varroa mite have been discovered on the Mid North Coast, and at Newcastle and Seaham, as the destruction of beehives gets underway.

ABC News

Mite could indirectly threaten native bees

A ecologist says native bees and plants could suffer if the parasitic varroa mite found in NSW takes hold across the country.

AAP

Deadly varroa mite has 'potential' to threaten Queensland's bee industry, authorities warn

Authorities are closely monitoring any impact on Queensland's bee populations amid a "worrying" interstate detection of the deadly honey bee parasite, varroa destructor.

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Bee parasite Varroa destructor a potential 'biosecurity crisis' and almond pollination risk

It will be an anxious few weeks for beekeepers and the billion-dollar Australian almond industry after a varroa mite outbreak in New South Wales.

Newcastle Herald

Queen bee breeder calls for stronger measures to avoid varroa sting

"They can kill all mine tomorrow if it could help the industry."

The Guardian - AU

Australian almond harvest in jeopardy as ‘Covid for bees’ strikes apiaries

Discovery of varroa mite at Newcastle port has led to NSW beehives being locked down with a potentially ‘devastating effect’ on crops

Tribune News Service

Bee hive wipeout is crimping harvests as crisis enters new stage

The global honeybee crisis has reached alarming levels in Quebec’s blueberry pastures.

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Christian Eriksen may have the answers to Newcastle United's problem area

The Dane is a free agent after leaving Brentford following a short term deal

Bristol Post

Busy Bees nursery in Emersons Green turns around 'inadequate' rating in six months

Staff have worked "tirelessly" to improve the provision

The New Daily

NSW bee industry prepares for ‘devastation’ following new parasite arrival

Honey producers say a bee lockdown in New South Wales to contain the spread of a destructive parasite will be “devastating” for their small businesses.

ABC News

What is varroa mite and how could it impact Australia's bee industry and food production?

The threat of varroa mite has put a spotlight on agriculture's reliance on bees. Here is everything you need to know about it.

Newcastle Herald

'Devastated': Hunter beekeepers destroy hives in bid to stop varroa disaster

Thousands of bees to be euthanised in Newcastle.

The Guardian - AU

What is the varroa mite and does it pose a threat? The deadly parasite that sent NSW into bee lockdown

The mite feeds on honeybees, leading to malformation and weakening. If untreated it could cause an entire colony to die

Manchester Evening News

Christian Eriksen 'hours' away from decision and more Manchester United transfer rumours

Man Utd are eyeing up a deal for the Denmark international, although Brentford are still hopeful of retaining his services.

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