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At Bee-Tech Group, our services are designed to help farmers get the most out of every bloom. By combining science, technology, and hands-on experience, we provide solutions that turn complex research into practical outcomes. From optimising pollination and analysing pollen quality to specialised training and innovative tools like our Dr Bee Dispenser and bee attractants, we help improve efficiency, crop health, and overall yields.
Where scientific precision meets practical farming — discover how our services can make a difference in your yields.
Pollen Analysis
Bee-Tech Group offers advanced pollen analysis to help growers, researchers and agri-businesses optimise pollination efficiency and improve crop yields. Our lab testing assesses pollen viability, quantity, and quality to ensure effective natural or assisted pollination.
Key Services:
– Pollen Viability & Quantity Testing – Evaluated live pollen percentage and grain counts per flower.
– Aberrant Pollen Detection – Identifies underdeveloped pollen as an indicator of plant stress.
– Pollen Mapping & Environmental Impact Studies – analyses how weather and climate affect pollen production.
– Storage & Transport Studies – Determines the best conditions to maintain pollen viability.
– Comparative Variety Analysis – Compares pollen performance across different crop varieties.
– Bee-Collected Pollen testing – Measures pollen viability from pollinators.
By understanding pollen viability, growers can enhance pollination, ensuring success even in challenging conditions.
Dr Bee Dispenser – Bee Vectoring
We have developed a patented bee dispenser, designed to affix to the hive entrance and effectively coat the bees exiting the hive with a powder-based biocontrol agent, pro-biotic, or stimulant.
This innovative approach allows the bees to serve as efficient vectors, transporting the agent directly to the flowers. Extensive testing was conducted using various products from reputable biocontrol companies, with meticulous monitoring of the bees to assess any potential effects of the products.
We are pleased to report that no adverse impacts were observed, instilling confidence in their safety and efficacy.
With the potential to revolutionize the industry, our dispenser offers significant benefits such as crop protection and enhanced pollination, ultimately leading to substantial improvements in yield. It is important to note that using the dispenser in conjunction with strong hives is imperative, as robust colonies are essential for optimal dispenser performance.
The increased workforce of bees translates to greater uptake of the product, amplifying its effectiveness.
Pollination Optimisation
We have established a close collaboration with farmers to optimize the pollination process. Our objective is to develop a comprehensive database of crop-specific information for each pollination scenario, allowing us to deliver tailored services that address the unique challenges faced by crops in specific regions.
Through our ongoing efforts, we have identified several key challenges that impact pollination effectiveness:
Cold early morning and evening temperatures: These climatic conditions affect the working times of bees, necessitating careful consideration and adjustments in hive management.
Poor hive placement: Inadequate hive positioning within an orchard can lead to suboptimal pollination coverage. Our focus is to enhance understanding of the range within which a bee operates from a specific hive, enabling improved placement strategies.
Heat in hot, dry areas: High temperatures in arid regions can divert bees’ efforts towards fanning and cooling the hives rather than active field work. Mitigating this effect and redirecting their activity is a priority.
Reduced bee activity under nets: Nets can limit the activity of bees, impacting their pollination efficiency.
We aim to develop strategies that optimize pollination within netted environments. By addressing these challenges through data-driven insights and tailored solutions, we strive to maximize pollination outcomes and contribute to the success of farmers in diverse agricultural landscapes.
Bee Attractants
A field-wide application of a pheromone-based product is employed, strategically distributed across the area.
This innovative product utilizes heat activation, gradually releasing the same pheromone employed by bees to communicate the presence of a high-quality resource.
Consequently, the product’s presence stimulates heightened bee foraging activity, resulting in increased pollination and subsequent benefits to the ecosystem.
Pollination Training
During transitional seasons for many crops, we believe it is opportune to provide training to equip growers with pollination knowledge. We have curated workshops based on our research, aimed at enhancing farmers’ understanding of best practices for ensuring optimal pollination. These workshops will serve as valuable additions to grower days or study groups, offering farmers valuable insights into maximising pollination efficiency.
Workshop Topics include but not limited to:
– Fundamentals of Pollination
– Strategic Hive Placement
– Optimal Stocking Rates
– Utilising Bee Attractants
– Assessing Pollen viability
– Improving Management of Pollination Under Netting
– Implementing Bee Vectoring for Thrip Management
Customisation:
Our workshops can be tailored to the needs of the growers. If there are any topics not covered in the list above that you find interesting, feel free to request custom training topics tailored to your needs.
Trials
Agri-Trials
These trials are practical farm trials that are performed through product testing. Trials are performed to determine the practical effect of Agri products on crops – Group 3M registration trials.
Other Trials
If you are interested in running a trial with Bee-Tech Group, contact us for more information.
Smarter Pollination,
Better Harvests
Pollination Solutions
We help farmers optimise pollination with better hive placement, climate strategies, and tools like bee attractants and the Dr Bee Dispenser. Our tailored approach addresses challenges such as temperature shifts, netting, and bee activity to improve yields.
Training & Knowledge
Our workshops give growers practical skills in hive management, stocking rates, pollen viability, and bee vectoring. Each session is customisable, making it easy to apply proven techniques on your farm.
Research & Analysis
With pollen testing and on-farm trials, we turn science into practical insights. From pollen viability studies to environmental mapping, we provide the data needed for better decisions and stronger harvests.
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