Scientists identify culprit behind biggest-ever U.S. honey bee die-off

I love that they attach a big $ number to the alarm in hopes that it will resonate with the powers at be.

> Tracking the rise of miticide resistance is critical, experts say. Honey bees pollinate more than 90 commercial crops in the United States, generate between $20 billion and $30 billion in agricultural revenue

The only large number that would make the general populace care would be $30 watermelons.