Killer mites are decimating Germany's colonies of bees, which will likely put a big dent in honey production. The microscopic varroa mite is the killer bug responsible for wiping out 40 percent of Germany's one million bee colonies and honey production this year is expected to fall to 15,000 tons from 25,000 tons in 2002. Fears are also growing that there might not be enough bees to help pollinate the country's fruit trees and bushes. A survey is being carried out among beekeepers in Germany, neighboring Austria, Switzerland and Luxembourg to find out how widespread the problem might be.
Honey Don't
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