The Use of Megachile Rotundata F. as a Pollinator of Lucerne in Glasshouses

Authors

R. G. Aubury
H. H. Rodgers

Document Type

Article

Journal/Book Title/Conference

Journal Br. Grassld Soc.

Volume

26

Publication Date

1-1-1971

First Page

91

Last Page

94

Abstract

Alfalfa leaf-cutter (Megachile rotundata F.) bee were used to pollinate lucerne plants in glass-house compartments. This method was particularly useful in a plant-breeding programme where rapid multiplication was required. Apparatus is described and some results are presented.

Recommended Citation

Aubury, R. G. and Rodgers, H. H., "The Use of Megachile Rotundata F. as a Pollinator of Lucerne in Glasshouses" (1971). An. Paper 165.
https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/bee_lab_an/165