Beekeeping Today Podcast - Presented by Betterbee

Lorenzo Pons

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BroodMinder Europe Manager

Lorenzo is an aerospace engineer with over 17 years of experience in aircraft propulsion, where he developed innovative digital methods and tools to enhance process efficiency. In 2017, he founded the French startup Mellisphera, dedicated to creating data-driven solutions for beekeeping. His collaboration with Broodminder focused on integrating user experience and algorithmic data processing with hardware solutions. In 2020, both companies united under the Broodminder brand, solidifying their commitment to advancing beekeeping technology and supporting global pollinator health. Additionally, Lorenzo is actively involved in combating the current Asian hornet invasion in Europe, having developed the Ornetin Trap along with guidelines for efficient and selective trapping.

Dec. 8, 2025

Changes at BroodMinder (363)

BroodMinder joins Jeff and Becky to share big updates, new leadership changes, and the latest advances in hive-monitoring tools. Founder Rich Morris, software lead Amanda Stoltz, and global collaborator Lorenzo Pons discuss how sensors help beekeepers track colony health, nectar flows, and threats …
Nov. 18, 2024

Monitoring the Hive with Broodminder's Rich and Lorenzo (305)

In this episode, Jeff and Becky sit down with Rich Morris and Lorenzo Pons of Broodminder, the innovative team behind hive monitoring technology that’s helping beekeepers better understand their colonies. Rich and Lorenzo discuss the origins of...