Ramesh Sagili

Apiculturist

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Expertise: Bees and pollinators

Programs: Oregon Master Beekeeper Program

Department/Unit: Horticulture

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239 - Oregon Master Beekeeper Field Day (in English)

Beekeeping takes a lot of training and mentorship. In many states, the place to learn the finer points of this trade is in state Master Beekeeper programs. We hear about the Oregon program through its annual field day. Oregon Master Beekeeper Program web page

Ramesh Sagili | Jun 2023 | Podcast episode

Master Beekeeper program adds groundbreaking Spanish-language track as it celebrates 10th year

It's the first program of its kind in the United States.

Kym Pokorny | Oct 6, 2022 | News story

Northern Giant Hornet: A Potential Threat to Honeybee Colonies in Oregon

The northern giant hornet was detected in British Columbia and Washington in 2019. This publication outlines the identification, life cycle, and predatory habits of the northern giant hornet (Vespa mandarinia) for ...

Ellen Topitzhofer, Chris Hedstrom, Priyadarshini Chakrabarti Basu, Andony Melathopoulos, Silvia I. Rondon, Gail Langellotto, Ramesh Sagili | Sep 2022 | Extension Catalog publication

Bee Protection Protocol for Western Specialty Seed Crops

Growers of specialty seeds in western Oregon rely on beekeepers to provide bees to pollinate their crops. Growers and beekeepers formed a Bee Protection Protocol to strengthen their mutually beneficial relationship. ...

Andony Melathopoulos, Kristine Buckland, Ramesh Sagili | Apr 2022 | Extension Catalog publication

How can I keep bees away from my hummingbird feeder?

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OSU study will provide insight into optimal nutrition for bees

The team hopes to improve bee nutrition by building a database of macro and micronutrients found in the flowering plants used in the study.

Kym Pokorny | Jul 26, 2021 | News story

OSU Honey Bee Lab helps keep pollinators healthy and thriving

The lab focuses its research, Extension, and teaching efforts on three key areas: honey bee health, honey bee nutrition, and honey bee pollination.

Ramesh Sagili | Jun 2021 | Impact story

Honeybee lives shortened after exposure to two widely used pesticides

Honeybee researchers in OSU’s College of Agricultural Sciences found detrimental effects in honeybees exposed to Transform and Sivanto, which are both registered for use in the United States and were developed to be more compatible with bee health.

Chris Branam | Jun 16, 2020 | News story

Revenue Sources for a Commercial Beekeeping Operation in the Pacific Northwest

Pollination services and honey production are the primary revenue sources for a beekeeping business based in the Pacific Northwest. Those starting a beekeeping operation should focus on two to three revenue sources ...

Ellen Topitzhofer, Carolyn Breece, Dan Wyns, Ramesh Sagili | May 2020 | Extension Catalog publication

Operational Equipment Expenses for a Commercial Beekeeping Operation in the Pacific Northwest

When developing a business plan for a commercial beekeeping operation, a beekeeper must plan for honey production. Even if other income sources, such as pollination or nucleus/package/queen sales, are expected to be ...

Ellen Topitzhofer, Carolyn Breece, Dan Wyns, Ramesh Sagili | May 2020 | Extension Catalog publication

Beekeeping Equipment Expenses: Woodenware and Other Components

Woodenware for a typical honey bee colony includes vertically stackable boxes with removable frames, a bottom board, lid and a queen excluder. The most common design is Langstroth equipment. Langstroth colony ...

Ellen Topitzhofer, Carolyn Breece, Dan Wyns, Ramesh Sagili | May 2020 | Extension Catalog publication

Honey Bee Colony Maintenance Expenses: Supplemental Feed, Requeening and Medication

Success in pollination, honey production and other aspects of a beekeeping business depends on honey bee health. Strong, thriving colonies require many inputs from the beekeeper, including feed (carbohydrates and protein), medications and new queens when necessary.

Ellen Topitzhofer, Carolyn Breece, Dan Wyns, Ramesh Sagili | May 2020 | Extension Catalog publication

Combating Bee Colony Loss: Ramesh Sagili (in English)

Dr. Ramesh Sagili, Associate Professor-Apiculture at Oregon State University. He works with stakeholders in the bee industry, the public through Extension, and students to help create a healthy and sustainable environment for bees. ...

Ramesh Sagili | Oct 2019 | Video

OSU teaches Oregonians to raise honeybees as hives struggle

More than 1,300 have enrolled in the Oregon Master Beekeeper Program

Jennifer Larsen | Aug 2019 | Impact story

Researchers determine pollen abundance and diversity in five major pollinator-dependent crops

A new study provides valuable insights into pollen abundance and diversity available to honeybee colonies employed in five major pollinator-dependent crops in Oregon and California.

Chris Branam | Aug 28, 2019 | News story

Pollination and Seed Set in Meadowfoam

Defines characteristics of meadowfoam and offers honey bee management practices.

Ramesh Sagili, Jennifer Kling, Carolyn Breece | May 2019 | Extension Catalog publication

Protecting Honey Bees from Yellowjacket Wasps

This publication gives beekeepers a brief overview of yellowjacket wasps, a common threat to honey bee colonies. Included are details about yellowjacket identification, life cycle, and behavior. It also offers ...

Carolyn Breece, Dan Wyns, Ramesh Sagili | Jul 2018 | Extension Catalog publication

Honeybees prioritize well-fed larvae for emergency queen-rearing, study finds

New research shows that honeybees prioritize the nutritional status of larvae when selecting for a new emergency queen.

Chris Branam | Jun 7, 2018 | News story

Residential Beekeeping: Best-practice guidelines for nuisance-free beekeeping in Oregon

This publication outlines guidelines for best practices for beekeeping in residential areas. It outlines the steps residential beekeepers can take to operate their bees in nuisance-free manner.

Andony Melathopoulos, Ralph (Mike) Rodia, Jennifer Larsen, Ramesh Sagili | Feb 2018 | Extension Catalog publication

Small Hive Beetle identification card

The small hive beetle is an invasive and damaging pest of honey bee colonies. This card will help people identify the beetle and distinguish it and its larvae from similar-looking beetles and larvae.

Carolyn Breece, Ramesh Sagili | Jul 2016 | Extension Catalog publication

Dissecting Honey Bees for Tracheal Mites (in English)

Knowing the levels of tracheal mites in your apiary and understanding the effects of their presence will enable you to make an educated decision on your treatment plan. In this video, we demonstrate the dissection of a honey bee worker for tracheal mite infestation.

Ellen Topitzhofer, Carolyn Breece, Ramesh Sagili | Jun 2016 | Video

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Content by Ramesh Sagili

239 - Oregon Master Beekeeper Field Day (in English)

Master Beekeeper program adds groundbreaking Spanish-language track as it celebrates 10th year

Northern Giant Hornet: A Potential Threat to Honeybee Colonies in Oregon

Bee Protection Protocol for Western Specialty Seed Crops

How can I keep bees away from my hummingbird feeder?

OSU study will provide insight into optimal nutrition for bees

OSU Honey Bee Lab helps keep pollinators healthy and thriving

Honeybee lives shortened after exposure to two widely used pesticides

Revenue Sources for a Commercial Beekeeping Operation in the Pacific Northwest

Operational Equipment Expenses for a Commercial Beekeeping Operation in the Pacific Northwest

Beekeeping Equipment Expenses: Woodenware and Other Components

Honey Bee Colony Maintenance Expenses: Supplemental Feed, Requeening and Medication

Combating Bee Colony Loss: Ramesh Sagili (in English)

OSU teaches Oregonians to raise honeybees as hives struggle

Researchers determine pollen abundance and diversity in five major pollinator-dependent crops

Pollination and Seed Set in Meadowfoam

Protecting Honey Bees from Yellowjacket Wasps

Honeybees prioritize well-fed larvae for emergency queen-rearing, study finds

Residential Beekeeping: Best-practice guidelines for nuisance-free beekeeping in Oregon

Small Hive Beetle identification card

Dissecting Honey Bees for Tracheal Mites (in English)

The Small Hive Beetle: A Potential Pest in Honey Bee Colonies in Oregon

Nosema Analysis in Honey Bees (in English)

Sampling for Varroa Mites from a Honey Bee Brood Nest (in English)

How to Reduce Bee Poisoning from Pesticides

Nurturing Mason Bees in Your Backyard in Western Oregon

Overwintered Honey Bee Nucleus Colonies: Big Solutions in Small Packages

Evaluating Honey Bee Colonies for Pollination

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