As spring approaches, trees begin to bloom, and the iconic almond blossoms adorn the farmland throughout the Central Valley. People come from miles around to take photos in pinkish-white orchards and ...
A honeybee buzzes between branches of an almond tree in one of Sarbdeep Atwal’s orchards on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025. The California State Beekeepers Association expects too few bees for California’s ...
Varroa destructor blamed for much of the 55.6% colony loss in 2024–2025. Almonds need ~2.5M colonies; growers expect slight bee rental cost rises. Beekeepers use new chemicals, breeding and forage ...