Honey Bee Colony Collapse Disorder

Johnson, Renée

Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service.

关键词: Bees;    Honey;    Animals;   

RP-ID  :  RL33938
RP-ID  :  RL33938_2010Jan07

美国|英语

来源: UNT Digital Library

【 摘 要 】

This report provides an overview of the importance of honey bee pollination to U.S. agricultural production, especially specialty crops. It describes the extent and symptoms of Colony Colapse Disorder (CCD) and how it differs from previous honey bee colony losses, describing some of the reasons why scientists believe honey bee colonies are being affected by CCD. Finally, the report discusses policy options and actions that Congress has taken to address this issue.