A plea from the bees

Australian honey bees are under threat from the invasion of parasitic Varroa mites that endanger the bees and also the invaluable pollination services they provide us. The ripple effect of this crisis could lead to job losses and a financial impact running into billions of dollars. It's a ticking time bomb that we need to defuse urgently.

Use the form below to contact your local MP and the Minister for Agriculture. Urge them to support the NSW Department of Primary Industries in establishing a dedicated bee health research centre. Together, we can make a difference and safeguard the future of our bees, our ecosystem, and our economy.

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