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Millions of Australian bees are dying from the Varroa mite, causing a food security threat

By Shane Dowling on June 21, 2026 • ( 12 Comments )

Australian wild bees and professional beekeepers are facing a crisis that the country has never seen before, which is also creating an almost certain food security threat for Australia. The epicentre for […]

Australia’s food security is under attack from varroa mites that kill bees. Was it an accident or was it from illegal importation of bees?

By Shane Dowling on July 6, 2022 • ( 10 Comments )

Australia’s food security is under threat with an almost unstoppable outbreak of varroa mites in Newcastle (NSW) and the surrounding regions which could cost Australia $billions. Most Australians at this point would […]