Honeybee populations are again declining, threatening crops. But the honeybee is not the only bee that can work in the fields.
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Honey bee populations are again declining, threatening crops. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Dave Hunter, who raises the unsung hero of the orchard (and champion pollinator), the Mason bee.
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This isn’t just bad news for beekeepers and people who love honey. Pollinators are essential for all sorts of U.S. agriculture. This population decline means fewer pollinators for crops like almonds, ...
More homeowners are taking an interest in supporting pollinators with awareness of the losses of the insects. According to the US Fish and Wildlife Service, many species of bees and other pollinators, ...
Commercial beekeepers have reported losing around 62% of their colonies over the winter, far higher than the usual honey bee ...
February brought the longed-for colour to gardens and fields with spring bulbs in the former and gorse in the latter, writes Ethel ...
Leafcutter bees have sharp jaws resembling serrated knives, yet they are surprisingly docile. These hard-working bees are known for slicing through plant leaves, leaving signature holes in their wake.
These small insects play a vital role in agriculture, assisting farmers by pollinating their crops. A concerning trend is emerging across the nation, as honey bee populations start to decline.
“Losses have been increasing steadily,” said Priya Chakrabarti Basu, an assistant professor of pollinator health and ...