Maximizing Bumblebee Pollination in Canadian Fruit Crops
July 15, 2024
to do their work and will provide a buffer in case the colonies get mildly damaged by shipping, as they will spend a few days repairing the hive before [...] before they start foraging for pollen. Note: 5-7 days prior to a flower’s opening is a good delivery window to aim for. 2. Distance from Honeybees: Honeybees [...] by comparison, typically forage up to a km away from the hive, so while honeybees can all be placed in one corner of the field, bumblebees must be dispersed