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National Honey Board Press Release
For Immediate Release December 19, 2008
National Honey Board Issues Request for Production Research Proposals Studying Colony Health
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Firestone, Colo. –The National Honey Board (NHB) announces a request for research proposals regarding honey bee colony production. The goal of this research area is to help honey producers maintain colony health, while preserving honey quality.
The primary objectives of this research are controlling pests, identifying causes and treatments for CCD, and bee nutrition and longevity; however, other projects will be considered, as well as research outside the United States. NHB will also consider proposals that research new methods, as well as combinations of existing methods to increase efficacy rates.
Approximately $245,000 has been earmarked for this study. However, the amount of funds available will depend on the number and merit of proposals accepted. Project funds will be available in 2009 and may be carried into early 2010 if necessary. The duration of the project should generally not exceed 12 months.
In 2004, NHB began exploring research opportunities to help beekeepers maintain colony health, without adversely affecting the production of quality honey. Since then the NHB has funded $498,700 and 26 projects.
Research proposals should be sent to NHB on or before Feb. 15, 2009. For more information, contact Charlotte Jordan, project manager at (800) 553-7162.
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NHB conducts research, advertising and promotion programs to help maintain and expand domestic and foreign markets for honey. These programs are funded by an assessment of one cent per pound on domestic and imported honey.
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