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The Soothing Melody of Birds: Exploring the Mental Health Benefits of Nature’s Song
The Soothing Melody of Birds: Exploring the Mental Health Benefits of Nature’s Song In today’s fast-paced and technology-driven world, finding solace and tranquility is becoming increasingly challenging. As our lives become more interconnected and demanding, it’s crucial to carve out time for nature and its remarkable healing powers. A recent study featured in The Washington…
Read MoreMember Spotlight – Karen Burns
WBFI Member Spotlight – Karen Burns Karen Burns, Vice President of Operations at Cosmed Group and Board Member of WBFI, has been with WBFI since the 1980s when annual meetings were held in Kansas City, MO. At the time, meetings were held in conjunction with the Western Seedsmen, and Karen was one of the…
Read MoreHow Citizen Scientists are Revolutionizing Avian Research
How Citizen Scientists are Revolutionizing Avian Research Bird watching, a timeless hobby enjoyed by nature enthusiasts around the world, has taken on a new dimension thanks to the rise of citizen science. In recent years, an increasing number of bird watchers have become active participants in scientific research, contributing valuable data that aid in conservation…
Read MoreWild Bird Products Market Overview and FutureÂ
Wild Bird Products Market Overview and Future The global wild bird products market and awareness for wild birds continues to grow! In 2021, the global wild bird products market was valued at USD 5.02 billion and is expected to reach USD 6.42 billion by 2028, at a compound annual growth rate of 3.58%. As the…
Read MoreWBFI Member Spotlight – Mike Wulf
WBFI Member Spolight – Mike Wulf D&D Commodities has been making wild bird food for 26 years and has been a member of the Wild Bird Feeding Institute since the early years. Former WBFI president, and board and committee member, Mike Wulf, was with D&D Commodities and WBFI for 21 years. Mike stated, “For many…
Read MoreWorld Migratory Bird Day 2023
World Migratory Bird Day 2023 Mark your calendars! The dates for World Migratory Bird Day 2023 are May 13th in Canada and the US, and October 14th in Mexico, Central and South America, and the Caribbean. World Migratory Bird Day is a global campaign dedicated to increasing awareness and cooperation among countries in order to ensure the conservation of…
Read MoreSpring Meeting Success
WBFI Spring Meeting Success WBFI packed as much as they could into two short days for the Spring Meeting! There is something about in-person meetings, especially when most communication is online, that does the soul (organization) good. The event started on Monday, April 24th with a Next BIG Committee Meeting followed by a Board of…
Read More2023 Feeder Bird of the Year Champion – Rufous Hummingbird
2023 Feeder Bird of the Year – Rufous Hummingbird The bird-feeding community has spoken, and the Rufous Hummingbird is your 2023 Feeder Bird of the Year! Here’s what you should know about the 2023 champion. Firstly, let’s talk about the Rufous Hummingbird’s eating habits. These tiny birds are known for their voracious appetites, consuming…
Read MoreHow To Stop Birds From Building Nests On Your House
How To Stop Birds From Building Nests On Your House Read the original article on Chirp for Birds. It’s officially bird nesting season! And while we want to do all we can to help nesting birds, finding a bird nest under your eaves or in other nooks and crannies around your home isn’t ideal. So how…
Read MoreThe Results are in! Huge Success for the Great Backyard Bird Count
GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT CAMPAIGN HAS RECORD-BREAKING PARTICIPATION The results are in from the 2023 Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC)- and the global engagement was astounding! During this four-day event, over half a million people from nearly every corner of the world battled the winter blues to interact with birds and nature. WBFI was thrilled…
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