[kvanbrunt2]

I agree. The article did say that commercial hives were the most hard hit because they transport the little buggers around the country. Although here in philly there are no bees. i can’t grow a tomato plant as a result. But the city is a harsh environment for a lot of things. even people.

[jacquej]

Where did you get that idea, kvan?

The easy way to “pollinate” your tomato blossoms is to gently shake your plant. Some use an electric toothbrush to do it.

Tomato blossoms will not set fruit if the temp is over 90 degrees, or under 50 degrees. Days when the temps are high is probably more likely your problem than bees. Tomato plants do not need bees for pollination.

[SauronOfMordor]

The article did say that commercial hives were the most hard hit because they transport the little buggers around the country.

And thus if there is ANY virus, fungus, or parasite ANYWHERE along their route, it will be spread EVERYWHERE along their route