Managing Alternative Pollinators: A Handbook for Beekeepers, Growers, and Conservationists, NRAES 186, is a first-of-its kind, full-color guide for rearing and managing bumble bees, mason bees, leafcutter bees, and other alternatives to honey bee pollinators. The book features 130+ color photos, 10 chapters, 7 appendices, nest construction details, guidelines for parasite and disease management, and more. The book was published in 2010 and is available from Plant and Life Sciences Publishing (PALS), formerly NRAES.
A copy of the book is in Rm 22 Plant Science. It can be purchased in the PALS office, Rm 34 Plant Science.
Horticulture staff and students receive a 40% discount off the list price for all PALS books. Shipping and handling is not charged if you pick up the book.
For more information or to download a fair use copy of the book, visit www.nraes.org. Scroll down the home page for a link to the book’s description and ordering information. All PALS/NRAES books are available for viewing in Rm 34 Plant Science and many have fair use PDF’s posted on our web site.
Marty Sailus
Manager of Extension Publications
Department of Horticulture
607 255-7654