News Roundup: Honey Bee Health Coalition Keeps Momentum Through Summer Coverage on Colony Loss and Response

In July and August 2025, media coverage continued to build on the findings released earlier in the summer, with outlets examining not only the causes of honey bee colony losses, but also what comes next for beekeepers, growers, and food systems. Throughout this coverage, the Honey Bee Health Coalition (HBHC) remained a central reference point — helping translate research into practice, elevate management tools, and keep public attention focused on solutions.

Ongoing Coverage of Causes and Research Findings

Several agricultural and regional outlets continued to reference HBHC-related research and analysis linking colony losses to high viral loads and miticide-resistant Varroa mites:

• AgriView (AgUpdate), Specialty Crop Grower, Morning Ag Clips, and the Newnan Times — Reporting on how viral pressure and mite resistance remain key drivers of recent honey bee losses, reinforcing conclusions from USDA and HBHC-supported research
• Agri-Pulse — Exploring how honey producers are grappling with rising losses and the economic pressures facing the industry

Management, Mitigation, and On-the-Ground Response

Summer coverage also focused on what beekeepers can do now — highlighting tools, best practices, and farm-level resilience:

• Morning Ag Clips — Sharing practical guidance on managing summer Varroa mite infestations, including oxalic acid treatments
• FarmTalk News — Spotlighting individual beekeeping operations and on-the-ground responses to ongoing colony health challenges

Broader Public and Food-System Conversation

As the story reached broader audiences, HBHC-related issues appeared in food systems, policy, and public-interest outlets:

• Food Tank — Examining how honey bee colony collapse threatens the U.S. food supply and why coordinated action matters
• Policy and legal commentary — Raising questions about pollinator protection frameworks and the future of bee-related legislation

Taken together, July and August coverage reflects how the Honey Bee Health Coalition is sustaining attention beyond the initial crisis moment, helping shift the conversation toward informed response, practical solutions, and long-term resilience. By continuing to elevate credible research, share management resources, and engage diverse audiences, HBHC remains a steady, trusted leader as the honey bee health conversation evolves.