Scientists Turn to Superfood and Robots To Protect Bees
Bee populations are declining worldwide, threatening plants and the food we eat. Scientists are exploring new ideas for solutions. A team at Oxford created a special yeast that produces vital sterols, turning it into a powdered “superfood” that can help bees survive and have more baby bees. In Europe, researchers are testing small robots that feed and care for queen bees, keeping colonies healthy. Experts say these new tools could help farmers protect bees and keep them buzzing in the years ahead.
J.K. Park Staff Reporter kids/1760056238/1613368218
1. What special food did scientists make to help bees?
2. What do the tiny robots do for the bees?
3. Why is it important to protect bees?
1. Have you ever seen a bee up close?
2. Do you like honey or flowers that bees visit?
3. Would you like to help take care of bees?
Bee populations are declining worldwide, threatening plants and the food we eat. Scientists are exploring new ideas for solutions. A team at Oxford created a special yeast that produces vital sterols, turning it into a powdered “superfood” that can help bees survive and have more baby bees.
