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Type of operation, number of surveyed beekeepers, number of colonies before and after winter of 2016–2017 to 2021–2022, percentage loss of the honey bee colonies, and confidence interval.
| Type of Operation | Surveyed Beekeepers | Total No. of Colonies before Winters of 2016–2017 to 2021–2022 | Total (%) Winter Loss Rate | Confidence Interval (95%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobby | 251 | 6984 | 21.6 | 19.6–23.5 |
| Secondary activity | 264 | 43,865 | 21.1 | 19.5–22.7 |
| Professional | 29 | 24,492 | 23.8 | 17.6–30.0 |
