University of Guelph Launches New Honey Bee Research Facility

The Luckevich Pinchin Honey Bee Research Centre (HBRC) has officially opened at the University of Guelph, marking a significant advancement in the institution's century-long dedication to honey bee research and education. This modern facility encompasses 15,000 square feet, featuring research labs, classrooms, workshops, bee breeding areas, 300 managed hives, and pollinator gardens. Dr. John Cranfield, dean of the Ontario Agricultural College, emphasized the centre's potential to enhance research, educate more students and beekeepers, and strengthen partnerships with industry.