Description
Honeybee Probiotic Supplement
DEBORAH is a blended probiotic supplement designed specifically for honeybees. It supplies beneficial microorganisms to help restore gut microbiome balance, supporting digestion, nutrient uptake, and overall immunity. This fosters healthier colonies and improved hive vitality.
Microbial Diversity Benefits
DEBORAH incorporates a multi-strain blend of bacteria and fungi, including Bacillus, Lactobacillus, and Trichoderma species, along with amino acids for nutritional support. These diverse combinations offer broader benefits than single-strain probiotics, such as enhanced pathogen inhibition, improved immune responses, and better survivorship against infections.
For instance, Bacillus strains antagonize bee pathogens like Ascosphaera apis, while Lactobacillus supports immunity and reduces pesticide stress. Trichoderma adds antifungal properties for comprehensive gut health.
Liquid Feeding Innovation
What sets DEBORAH apart is its formulation for liquid feeding, unlike powder-based alternatives applied directly to frames. Mix 112 mg into each liter of sugar water solution – either by combining with water before adding sugar or integrating directly into feeding systems – for targeted delivery during supplementation.
Gut Health Essentials
Honeybees rely on a core gut microbiome of about eight bacterial species to process pollen and nectar, synthesize nutrients like B vitamins, and regulate immune responses against viruses and fungi. Dysbiosis, imbalances from pesticides, antibiotics, or forage scarcity, can impair digestion, elevate pathogen loads, and contribute to colony losses.
Probiotics introduce beneficial strains to recolonize the gut, boosting resilience to stressors like Nosema infections and Varroa mites. Probiotics interventions enhance larval development, fat body reserves for overwintering, and foraging efficiency, underscoring their value in modern beekeeping amid environmental pressures.
