Episode 872
Pesticide antidote might help struggling bees
Pollen patties filled with enzymes may prevent bees from ingesting harmful pesticides
Naked Scientists, In Short Special Editions Podcast · The Naked Scientists
July 1, 20215m 0s
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Show Notes
New technology may help save bees by providing an antidote for deadly pesticides. The new solution allows beekeepers to feed their bees 'pollen patties', a pollen-sized microparticle filled with enzymes to prevent the bees from ingesting certain pesticides. Carlotte Birkmanis chatted with Cornell University's James Webb to get the latest buzz on their sweet technology. Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists
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beesbee antidotejames webbcornell university