Study focuses on safeguarding honeybees and enhancing Canadian farming.

While honeybees are primarily recognized for honey production, their crucial role in pollinating food crops in Canada is paramount. The western honeybee (Apis mellifera) is increasingly threatened by diseases, parasites, and climate-related stressors. Dr. Nuria Morfin from the University of Manitoba is studying how these factors interact to affect honeybee health. “Honeybees contribute billions to the Canadian economy through crop pollination and job creation,” stated Morfin, an assistant professor in entomology.