Changes in our ecosystem have created a difficult situation for community farmers, and the honeybees they rely on for pollination of their crops, many of which are not producing maximum quality or quantity. If changes are not made, further bee losses may prove to be financially devastating for those who produce agricultural products, and for those who consume them.
Honeybee numbers in the world are dropping for understandable reasons: habitat loss and fragmentation, infestation of apiaries by parasites, the widespread use of agricultural chemicals, and industrial pollution.
Attending the conference will benefit food safety managers, technical and quality managers, process/product development managers, supplier development managers, procurement managers, buyers, food safety auditors, inspectors and those who are interested in the future of our planet.
"But surely all bees do is make honey?... Far from it. They certainly do make honey, but more importantly, they are an essential agent of pollination for a vast range of plants, many of which are important human foodstuffs. Without the presence of bees, much of agriculture would be impossible, and this is a sobering thought."
Holly Hughes – Event Director
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