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Combating Bee Colony Loss: Ramesh Sagili (in English)

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Dr. Ramesh Sagili, Associate Professor-Apiculture at Oregon State University. He works with stakeholders in the bee industry, the public through Extension, and students to help create a healthy and sustainable environment for bees. He is working to educate and train beekeepers to create healthier bee colonies. https://honeybeelab.oregonstate.edu/

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