The honeybee decline is a global issue but the solution starts at the personal level. With 40% of the honey bee colonies declining in the past ten years to a disorder known as Colony Decline Disorder, we can see the effect our actions are having on nature - and this decline is only what’s happening in the United States. Unfortunately, though, the United States is one of the countries with the biggest problem; our use of pesticides and our governments ability to turn a blind eye and even benefit pesticide companies is hurting our world.
Action has started being taken and with the continuing education and advocacy for the bees, we can hopefully turn the outcome into one of a more positive note; Famous actor Morgan Freeman has even converted his 124 acre home into a bee sanctuary.
Being an advocate for the bees is not only for those who have 100's of acres there are many things we can do at home to help bees. Including planting bee-friendly flowers and plants, using natural pesticides, leaving water out for them, buying from local organic farms, and becoming active by letting your voice heard- to your community, to congress, to all who will listen.
