Dr. Jeffrey W. Harris
Title
- Associate Extension/Research Professor
Contact Information
jwh545@msstate.edu
Office: 662-325-2085
Clay Lyle, Room 127
Overview
Education
- Louisiana State University, Doctor of Philosophy (PHD), Physiology
- Louisiana State University, Master of Science (MS), Entomology
- Auburn University at Montgomery, Bachelor of Science (BS), Physical Science
Research Interests
Breeding honey bees for resistance to Varroa mites.
Determining effects of chemical contaminants in beeswax combs on the physiology of queens and drones.
Teaching Interests
basic biology of the honey bee; practical beekeeping; insect physiology; biology of parasitic mites, virology as applied to honey bees
Website
Publications
| Year | Publications |
|---|---|
| 2021 | Whalen, A. D., Catchot, A. L., Gore, J., Stewart, S. D., Lorenz, G. M., Cook, D. R., Musser, F., Harris, J. W., Krishnan, N. 2021. Temporal profile of neonicotinoid concentrations in cotton, corn and soybean resulting from insecticidal seed treatments. Agronomy 11(6):1200. |
| 2019 | Harris, J. W., Paul, O., Park, S. H., White, S., Budachetri, K., McClung, D. M., Wilson, J. G., Olivier, A. K., Thornton, J. A., Broadway, P. R., Ricke, S. C., Donaldson, J. R. 2019. Oxygen deprivation influences the survival of Listeria monocytogenes in gerbils. Translational animal science 3(1):102-112. |
| 2019 | Harris, J. W., Paul, O., Park, S., White, S., Budachetri, K., McClung, D. M., Wilson, J., Olivier, A. K., Thornton, J. A., Broadway, P. R., Ricke, S. C., Donaldson, J. R. 2019. Oxygen deprivation influences the survival of Listeria monocytogenes in gerbils. Translational animal science 3(1):102-112. |
| 2018 | Siebert, M. W., Krell, R. K., Gore, J., Harris, J. W. 2018. The science policy field tour concept: A new platform for communicating science for public policy. J. Integrated Pest Mgmt. 9:25: 1-9. |
| 2017 | Villa, J. D., Danka, R. G., Harris, J. W. 2017. Repeatability of measurements of removal of mite-infested brood to assess Varroa-sensitive hygiene. Journal of Apicultural Research 56(5):631-634. |
| 2015 | Danka, R. G., Harris, J. W., Dodds, G. E. 2015. Selection of VSH-derived Pol-line honey bees and evaluation of their Varroa-resistance characteristics. Apidologie |
| 2014 | Rinderer, T. E., Danka, R. G., Bourgeois, A. L., Frake, A. M., Villa, J. D., de Guzman, L. I., Harris, J. W. 2014. Functionality of Varroa-resistant honey bees (Hymenoptera: Apidae) when used for western U. S. honey production and almond pollination. Journal of Economic Entomology 107(2):523-530. |
| 2013 | Danka, R. G., Harris, J. W., Villa, J. D., Dodds, G. 2013. Varying congruence of hygienic responses to Varroa destructor and freeze-killed brood among different types of honey bees. Apidologie 44(4):447-457. |
| 2012 | Tsuruda, J. M., Harris, J. W., Bourgeois, L., Danka, R. G. 2012. High-resolution linkage analyses to identify genes that influence Varroa sensitive hygienic behavior in honey bees. Plos One 7(11):e48276. |
Extension Publications
| Year | Publications |
|---|---|
| 2023 | Harris, J. W., Collison, C. H. 2023. Colony Growth and Seasonal Management. MSU Extension 2941 |
| 2023 | Harris, J. W. 2023. Maximizing Honey Production. MSU Extension 3382 |
| 2023 | Harris, J. W., Sheridan, A. B., MacGown, J. A. 2023. Managing Varroa Mites in Honey Bee Colonies. MSU Extension 2826 |
| 2023 | Harris, J. W. 2023. Hornet Species that Threaten Honey Bees. MSU Extension 3950. |
| 2023 | Harris, J. W. 2023. High Varroa Mite Loads in Nucleus Colonies (Nucs) of Honey Bees. MSU Extension 3940. |
| 2021 | Harris, J. W. 2021. Beginning Beekeeping in Mississippi. |
| 2021 | Harris, J. W., Layton, B. 2021. Prevention and Treatment of Nuisance Honey Bees Around Your Home. Mississippi State University Extension Service Publication P3690. Download |
| 2019 | Harris, J. W., Fulton, H. 2019. Maximizing Honey Production and Heating Honey. MSU Extension Service |
| 2017 | Guyton, J. W., Harris, J. W. 2017. Propolis, a Sticky Topic, and there is a tool for that!. Gloworm MSU BCHEPP EXTENSION XXIV(4). |
| 2015 | Harris, J. W., Sheridan, A., MacGown, J. A. 2015. Managing varroa mites in honey bee colonies. Mississippi Extension Service Download |
Graduate Students
Awards & Honors
- William M. White Special Project Awards
DAFVM - Search for Excellence in Commercial and Consumer Horticultre State Winner
National Association of County Agricultrual Agents - ARS Technology Transfer Award
USDA, ARS
Society Memberships
- American Association of Professional Apiculturists