HONEY BEE & POLLINATION 
Published: 20 May 2021
ISBN: 978-1-76053-167-6
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DownloadThe AgriFutures Honey Bee & Pollination Program supports research, development and extension (RD&E) to ensure a productive, sustainable and profitable Australian beekeeping industry and secure the pollination of Australia’s horticultural and agricultural crops.This document provides an overview of the Honey Bee & Pollination Program and the RD&E investments that will play a critical in ensuring a productive, sustainable and profitable industry.
The AgriFutures Honey Bee & Pollination Program invests in research, development and extension (RD&E) to foster a more productive, sustainable and profitable Australian beekeeping industry...
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The AgriFutures Honey Bee & Pollination Program 2023 RD&E Snapshot documents the important research, development and extension projects completed and underway for the benefit of...
