In the U.S., the bee population has dropped from 5.9 million to 2.7 million since the 1940's. In 2007, 30-70% of hives of Western colonies perished. Experts say this decline is called Colony Collapse Disorder and while they don't know the specific cause, some can certainly be attributed to the way we work and live.

Bee An Advocate - Researchers, universities and beekeeping experts are searching for answers to ensure the livelihood of these ancient miracle workers.

But they need your help now.

It starts with your purchase of Bee M.D. Organic Honey Throat Drops. Portions of proceeds contribute to aid in the research and protection of bees.

But it's easy to do more.

Check out these sites and learn what you can do to bee there for our friends the bees.

Mid-Atlantic Apiculture Research and Extension Consortium

University of Georgia Honey Bee Program

Wanna Be a Beekeeper Too?

Are you inspired to be a keeper of bees?

Visit the Mid-Atlantic Apiculture Research and Extension Consortium (MAAREC) to learn how to bee-gin. ("Apiculture" from the Latin apis [bee] is the maintenance of honeybee colonies, commonly in hives, by human keepers.)

N.C. State Beekeepers Association