Nosematosis in beekeeping in Ukraine (2022–2024): the only pollinator health problem in the focus of research

O. P. Lytvynenko; U. M. Yanenko; N. G. Sorokina; V. V. Kulykova; O. I. Miroshnichenko; H. I. Rebenko; G. B. Aliekseieva

doi:10.31073/onehealthjournal2025-IV-06

Authors

O. P. Lytvynenko State Scientific and Research Institute for Laboratory Diagnostics and Veterinary and Sanitary Expertise, Kyiv, Ukraine https://orcid.org/0009-0003-0682-8917
U. M. Yanenko State Scientific and Research Institute for Laboratory Diagnostics and Veterinary and Sanitary Expertise, Kyiv, Ukraine https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5678-3356
N. G. Sorokina National University of Bioresources and Nature Management of Ukraine, Kyiv, Ukraine https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3279-7344
V. V. Kulykova State Scientific and Research Institute for Laboratory Diagnostics and Veterinary and Sanitary Expertise, Kyiv, Ukraine https://orcid.org/0009-0008-8827-030X
O. I. Miroshnichenko State Scientific and Research Institute for Laboratory Diagnostics and Veterinary and Sanitary Expertise, Kyiv, Ukraine https://orcid.org/0009-0001-0445-1963
H. I. Rebenko Sumy National Agrarian University, Sumy, Ukraine https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1884-4901
G. B. Aliekseieva State Scientific and Research Institute for Laboratory Diagnostics and Veterinary and Sanitary Expertise, Kyiv, Ukraine https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6158-5960

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31073/onehealthjournal2025-IV-06

Keywords:

nosematosis, Nosema ceranae, Nosema apis, honey bees, disease, monitoring, infestation, biosecurity, pollinators, diagnostics, prevention

Abstract

This article presents the results of a monitoring study on the spread of nosematosis among honey bees in Ukraine from 2022 to 2024. This parasitic disease, caused by Nosema apis and Nosema ceranae, significantly disrupts bee physiology, reduces immunity and lifespan, weakens colonies, and leads to substantial losses in beekeeping. The article analyzes veterinary reports and laboratory data, allowing researchers to trace the dynamics of infection and identify regional patterns. The highest infection rates were observed in Kherson, Khmelnytskyi, and Volyn regions. It was found that Nosema ceranae is gradually displacing Nosema apis in bee populations, complicating disease control strategies. The study emphasizes the need to improve diagnostic systems, ensure regular laboratory monitoring, develop effective preventive programs, and conduct educational outreach for beekeepers. The authors stress the importance of the «One Health» approach in protecting pollinators as a vital component of agroecosystems. Directions for future research are proposed, including adapting control measures to climate change, local environmental conditions, and the biological characteristics of the pathogens.

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