Bee Colony Losses in America

Beekeepers told the researchers who conducted the survey that a 21% loss during the winter is acceptable, and more than three-fifths of the beekeepers surveyed reported that their losses were higher than that. Honey bee colonies in America surpassed the second highest mortality rate ever recorded according to an annual bee survey, with beekeepers losing nearly half of their colonies. However, beekeepers can maintain their activity and establish new bee colonies, although this requires costly measures and strenuous efforts.