Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD)

Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD) is a phenomenon where honeybee colonies experience sudden and extensive losses of worker bees, leaving behind the queen, brood, and food stores. This disruption causes the hive to collapse, affecting pollination and honey production. The exact causes are complex and may include factors such as pesticide exposure, habitat loss, pathogens, parasites like Varroa mites, and environmental stresses. CCD has significant ecological and agricultural impacts because bees play a vital role in pollinating many crops and wild plants essential for food production and biodiversity.