Manuka — and more
November 3, 2016
From: gisborneherald.co.nz
Scientists, academics and beekeepers take the floor
MANUKA AND MORE: Akina director of Maori development Cain Kerehoma was one of the speakers at a two-day Manuka and More conference. One of the organisers, Manu Caddie said there had been a “fantastic turnout” and the mix of local expertise and experts was already proving a fertile relationship. Pictures by Manu Caddie
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Before the destructive varroa mite hit New Zealand in 2000, few studies had been made on bee viruses. What the varroa mite carried was the problem, he said.
“Imagine a dirty great hypodermic needle full of viruses and inject that into bees. That’s varroa.”
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