How to stop bees eating fruit?

1. Physical Barriers:

- Use netting or mesh to cover the fruit trees or plants to create a physical barrier that blocks bees from accessing the fruits.

- Place lightweight row covers or floating row covers over the plants during the fruiting season.

2. Repellent Sprays:

- Apply commercial bee repellent sprays or homemade repellent solutions (such as a mix of water and vinegar) to deter bees.

3. Traps:

- Set up bee traps or bait traps near the affected area to attract and capture bees.

4. Avoidance:

- Avoid planting fruit trees or plants that are particularly attractive to bees.

5. Early Harvest:

- Harvest fruits before they become fully ripe to reduce the appeal to bees.

6. Water Source:

- Provide a water source away from the fruit plants to encourage bees to drink from there rather than the fruits.

7. Beekeeping Practices:

- If you have beehives nearby, consider responsible management practices to ensure the bees are not overwhelmed and have alternative food sources.

8. Insecticides:

- Use bee-safe insecticides or pesticides specifically designed to target bees while avoiding harm to other pollinators.

9. Companion Planting:

- Plant certain companion plants (such as marigolds or lavender) near the fruit plants as they may repel bees.

10. Timing:

- Consider planting fruit trees or plants that ripen during a time when bee activity is lower.