{"product_id":"bactobee-probiotic-250g","title":"Bactobee Probiotic - 250g","description":"\u003cp class=\"has-text-align-left\"\u003eBactobee is a high-quality probiotic specifically designed to restore balance in the bee gut microbiota probiotic. It is made of live bacteria, unlike many other probiotics that rely on dried fermentation products, and based on a scientifically proven bacteria strain, \u003cem\u003ePediococcus acidilactici.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in bags of 250g (50 hives)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNON-GMO, NO preservatives, NO Animal ingredients. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured with care in France, at our Véto-pharma facility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use Bactobee:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse 5 grams per colony per application, equivalent to one dosing spoon (included in the bag). \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSprinkle the powder gently on top of the frames, placing it near the brood area for maximum impact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplications can be repeated every 30 days if needed. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo give your bees the best support, apply Bactobee during these key times: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring: At least once to help your colony prepare for the active season. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFall: At least once to strengthen your bees for winter. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStressful times: During dearth periods or migratory events when your bees need extra care. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Gut Health Matters for Honey Bees:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gut microbiota is essential for honey bee health, performing key functions such as: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynthesizing molecules like enzymes and vitamins.  \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan activate the immune system, protecting against diseases.  \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssimilating nutrients, providing energy for survival.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, stressors like environmental changes, pesticides, or poor nutrition can cause dysbiosis, an imbalance where harmful bacteria out compete beneficial ones. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffects of dysbiosis include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeakened immunity, increasing vulnerability to pathogens.  \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced nutrient absorption, impacting energy and productivity.  \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigestive issues, lowering health and lifespan. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese factors can weaken the entire colony, particularly during stressful periods. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Country Fields Beekeeping Supplies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52548685529397,"sku":null,"price":51.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1627\/3813\/files\/BACTOBEE-final.png?v=1775672531","url":"https:\/\/countryfields.ca\/products\/bactobee-probiotic-250g","provider":"Country Fields Beekeeping Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}