Overview

Module 6 - Effects of the location climate

Responsibility

Dr. Ch. Otten, Mayen
Christoph.Otten@dlr.rlp.de


Topic

Effects of the location climate on food availability, Nosema infestation and vitality of bee colonies

Abstract

The objective of this module is, based on a forecasting model, to predict the influence of climatic factors on the vitality of bee colonies and to avoid a drop in vitality of bee colonies sustainably using suitable measures (like choice of apiary site, refinement of apicultural operations, etc.).

Involved alliance partners

  • FZ für Bienen und Imkerei, Mayen (⇒ Homepage)
  • LWG, FZ Bienen, Veitshöchheim (⇒ Homepage)
  • Interactive Network Communications GmbH (⇒ Homepage)