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Hitching a Ride: Why a New Mite Might Vex U.S. Beekeepers April 3, 2025
This post Hitching a Ride: Why a New Mite Might Vex U.S. Beekeepers appeared first on Entomology Today - Brought to you by the Entomological Society of America. The mite Tropilaelaps mercedesae is an emerging pest of concern for honey bees, and a new study shows for the first time that the mites can indeed […]
Beekeepers May Be Throwing Away the Thing That Could Keep Bees Healthy March 24, 2025
This post Beekeepers May Be Throwing Away the Thing That Could Keep Bees Healthy appeared first on Entomology Today - Brought to you by the Entomological Society of America. In honey bee hives, drone brood is often discarded because the male bees sap resources. However, a new study suggests drone brood can be recycled into […]

Green Leaf Toys, Australia’s first Zero Waste Toy Subscription Service July 15, 2024
I am thrilled to share my experience with Green Leaf Toys, Australia’s pioneering Zero Waste Toy Subscription Service.Green Leaf Toys was founded by Larissa Tedesco, a sustainability blogger, educator, and community activist. Confronted with the absence of a toy library after the birth of her first child, Larissa envisioned a service that would enable families […]
Sustainable Staycation at Dorsett Melbourne July 11, 2023
Our winter school holidays kicked off with an exciting invitation to enjoy a staycation at the Dorsett Melbourne. The hotel requested my honest feedback on their sustainability initiatives, particularly in reducing plastic usage. I must admit, I've been invited to stay at hotels before, but the Dorsett's level of engagement and openness to improvement was […]