Ohio researchers develop new breed of honeybees to fight parasites

Researchers at Central State University in Ohio are working to develop traits in honeybees that would combat parasitic mites, one of the biggest causes of colony loss.
Research at Central State University has paved the way for the development of a new breed of bee which has the potential to reduce mite infestations in hives.

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Ohio researchers develop new breed of honeybees to fight parasites