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Varroa-free Manx bees in demand

by isleofman.com 25th February 2015
Manx bees are in high demand now they've been declared disease-free by the European Union.
The announcement proves that the Isle of Man doesn't have the bee pest 'Varroa'.
Work began to get this status in 2008 by the Department of Environement, Food and Agriculture alongside local beekeepers.
Chairman of the Bee Improvement Committee Keith Osbourne says the Island has huge exportation opportunities:Clip 1
Posted by isleofman.com
Wednesday 25th, February 2015 11:27pm.

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