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Unavailable284: Lynn Williams on the Decline of the Honey Bees
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284: Lynn Williams on the Decline of the Honey Bees

FromThe Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson


Currently unavailable

284: Lynn Williams on the Decline of the Honey Bees

FromThe Urban Farm Podcast with Greg Peterson

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Length:
29 minutes
Released:
Sep 7, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Engineering a solution to a real threat affecting honey bees worldwide. In This Podcast: Having spent decades as a problem solver, Lynn Williams was not going to let a devastating influx of a tiny but effective killer mite threaten the existence of his beloved bees. He engineered a new tool for beekeepers is proving itself as a mite killer without damaging the hive, the honey or the bees.  All this and he still has another ace up his sleeve as the profits from this new product will be used to help under-privileged kids go to camp. Don’t miss an episode! Click here to sign up for weekly podcast updates or visit www.urbanfarm.org/podcast After a long career on both the engineering and sales sides of industrial supply, Lynn started the hobby of beekeeping to increase the productivity of his family’s gardens.  A decade and a half later, and with many more hives he was frustrated to find the Varroa Destructor Mite had entered the local area. Unwilling to use pesticides, he elected to use his engineering background to find a solution.  2½ years later Lynn has an all-natural organic product that terminates the Varroa Mite without harming the bees. Go to www.urbanfarm.org/mitekiller for more information and links on this podcast, and to find our other great guests.
Released:
Sep 7, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Welcome to The Urban Farm Podcast, your partner in the Grow Your Own Food revolution! This audio only podcast features special guests like Jason Mraz, Lisa Steele, and Kari Spencer as we discuss the art and value of growing food in urban areas. We'll explore topics such as urban beekeeping and chicken farming, permaculture, successful composting, monetizing your farm, and much more! Each episode will bring you tips and tricks on how to overcome common challenges, opportunities to learn from the experience of people just like you, and plenty of resources to ensure you're informed, equipped, and empowered to participate more mindfully in your local food system... and to have a great time doing it!