Nature’s Matchmakers: Insects and their Pollination Services for Crops
Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International · pp. 22–34 · Published 24 Feb 2025
10.9734/jaeri/2025/v26i1662Abstract
Insect pollinators play a pivotal role in global crop production and ecosystem stability. This review emphasizes the diverse contributions of pollinators, focusing particularly on hymenopteran pollinators which helps in increasing crop yields and enhancing crop quality. The economic importance of pollination services is explored, highlighting their substantial contribution to global food production and economic value. Besides honey bees, which are known for their extensive foraging behaviour and exceptional pollination efficiency, the role of wild pollinators like bumblebees, stingless bees, and various solitary bees are also examined, highlighting their complementary role in agricultural systems. The decline in bee populations due to habitat loss and pesticide use underscores the urgent need for sustainable pollinator management practices. This review brings attention to the necessity of conserving both managed and wild pollinators to ensure ongoing agricultural productivity and food security.
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