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Killer Bees Haven't Stung U.S. Honey Production

The much feared Africanized honey bee entered the United States in October of 1990. But despite predictions, researchers say the aggressive bee species has not taken an economic toll on domestic hives. As Michelle McKenzie reports, even though the African honey bee has pushed out domestic honey producers in South and Central America, it hasn’t hurt U.S. beekeepers.

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Michelle is a reporter who can be contacted by calling 352-392-6397 or emailing news@wuft.org.