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USDA Organic Honey – What Does It Mean?

We have all seen the USDA certification symbol on some honeys.  But what does it really mean?  It can mean a lot, or it can mean nothing at all.  Confusing?  Yes.  And that’s the best term for honey labeled “organic”. … Continue reading

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Bee Health Survey & Tropilaelaps Mites

Brookfield Farm participates in the USDA survey of honey bee pests and diseases : the search for exotic pests including the asian Tropilaelaps mite. Continue reading

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Web LInks for Beekeepers

web links about bees, beekeeping, pollinator conservation, and predator-farmer coexistence Continue reading

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