Fall Dwindle Disease was the title given to the phenomenon of the vanishing bees before it was given the name, Colony Collapse Disorder [aka CCD]. It was called this because the mystery was noted - and information collated - in the 'fall' of 2006. When scientists realised that it was not just a seasonal occurrence it was renamed CCD.


Some reports on Fall Dwindle Disease:

from The Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association

from The Independent (UK Newspaper)

from Canadian Honey Council