Scientists have engineered yeast to produce the essential nutrients normally obtained from pollen, creating a specialized diet for honeybees. According to the ScienceDaily report, in controlled trials this 'superfood' led to colonies producing up to 15 times more young bees, improving reproduction and overall colony health. The study methodology involved controlled trials, but the report provides no specific sample size or detailed protocols, and it is unclear whether the underlying work is a peer-reviewed publication or preprint. Limitations include that results from controlled environments may not fully translate to field conditions affected by climate change and modern agriculture, which are reducing natural pollen sources. Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/03/260327000518.htm