Protecting the Pollinators That Sustain Life
Why bees are essential to food systems and a healthy planet.
Bees Why We Can’t Live Without Them
Bee’s why are they so important.
Even the smallest lives can hold great power.
Bee’s are pollinators (that means they help plants grow by moving pollen from 1 flower to another) which allows plants to produce fruits, vegetables, seeds, and nuts.
Did you know:
- That 1 out of every 3 bits of food we eat exists because of pollinators like bees.
- That bees support 75% of all flowering plants on earth.
- Healthy plants mean healthy soil, clean air and a stable ecosystem.
- Without bees, entire food chains begin to break down.
- Bees help keep food affordable and land productive.
Some things we can do to support bees
- Plant native, pesticide-free flowering plants.
- Create safe habitats for bees.
- Educate others on their importance in the world.