Pollination in Tennessee
Pollination has long been a cornerstone of Tennessee Agriculture. Approximately one out of every three bites of food consumed is the direct result of insect pollination. With the decrease in bee colonies in Tennessee from an estimated 200,000 colonies in 1980, to an estimated 24,000 colonies in 2000, the importance of Tennessee Beekeepers to Tennessee Agriculture has never been more valuable. Currently, the estimated value of pollination to Tennessee Agriculture is $118.9 million per year. This estimate excludes the value to non-crop agriculture, which is significant; i.e. cattle that consume honeybee pollinated grains and grasses. |
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August 1, 2002 - The Tennessee Beekeepers Association announced the availability of "Pollination in Tennessee". The videotape and accompanying literature is designed to educate fruit and vegetable growers as well as the general public on the value of honey bee pollination to Tennessee agriculture.
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This site made possible through the funding of:
Tennessee Beekeepers Association
Tennessee Department of Agriculture
Market Development Division
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