If bees were to disappear or become extinct, it would have catastrophic consequences for ecosystems, agriculture, and ultimately human survival. Bees, along with other pollinators, play a vital role in pollinating plants, including 78% of European wild flora and 84% of crops. In other words, they play a crucial role in our food production capacity. Bees pollinate many food plants such as apples, oranges, berries, nuts, and vegetables. Without them, we would suffer a significant reduction in food supply and diversity.
The decline in wild bee populations is attributed to various factors, including pesticide use, climate change, loss of habitat, and changes in agricultural practices. This decline threatens agriculture, food security, biodiversity, and environmental sustainability. We are advocating for stronger protections for pollinators, including a ban on pesticides that are harmful to bees, and a phase-out of synthetic pesticides altogether. We are also promoting more sustainable agricultural practices to save bees and ensure food security.
Keywords: bee, pollinator, biodiversity, pesticides
