Cultivation of pollinator-dependent crops has expanded globally, increasing our reliance on
insect pollination. This essential ecosystem service is provided by a wide range of managed …

Insects constitute vital components of ecosystems. There is alarming evidence for global
declines in insect species diversity, abundance, and biomass caused by anthropogenic …

Sustainable agriculture requires balancing crop yields with the effects of pesticides on non-
target organisms, such as bees and other crop pollinators. Field studies demonstrated that …

Since the loss of honeybees in hives could have a greater impact on colony health than
those of their foraging bees, it is imperative to know beehives' pesticide exposure via oral …

The pervasiveness of human imprint on Earth is alarming and most animal species,
including bees (Hymenoptera: Apoidea: Anthophila), must cope with several stressors …

Simple Summary Wild bees represent the main group of pollinators in Europe, being
responsible for the reproduction of numerous flowering plants. However, like a non …

Highlights•Despite growing awareness, pollinators still face mounting threats.•Honey bees
are the most important but least imperilled crop pollinator.•Honey bee popularity can be …

Native bees are declining in many regions, often associated with loss of natural habitat.
Urbanisation replaces natural vegetation with a highly-modified landscape, where …

Commercial apple production relies on managed honey bees (Apis mellifera) for pollination,
and on intensive management for pest control. Previous studies have highlighted the …

The widespread and excessive use of pesticides in modern agricultural practices has
caused pesticide contamination of the environment, animals, and humans, with confirmed …