The Missouri State Beekeepers Association (MSBA), representing over 750 beekeepers across Missouri, is concerned about the results of a recent nationwide survey revealing catastrophic honey bee colony losses.
The survey, conducted by a multi-organizational working group including Project Apis m., the American Beekeeping Federation, and the American Honey Producers Association, indicates an average loss of 62% among commercial beekeeping operations between June 2024 and February 2025.
These unprecedented losses, which significantly surpass historical trends, pose a serious threat to U.S. agriculture, particularly impacting crop pollination for essential food sources such as almonds, fruits, and vegetables.
