Final Report for FNC95-121
Project Type: Farmer/Rancher
Funds awarded in 1995: $2,545.00
Projected End Date: 12/31/1995
Region: North Central
State: Wisconsin
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Project Information
Summary:
Crucial t ofruit production is timely and efficient pollination. Pesticide and disease problems may require less reliance on honeybees for pollination purposes.
Objectives: To test feasibility of collecting and utilizing orchard mason bees native to southwest Wisconsin and importing additional orchard mason bees to build a population adequate for apple orchard pollination.
Results: Project had limited success in 1996 due to adverse weather conditions and a high mortality rate of the bee population. Project was extended for one year for further study.
Research
Participation Summary
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