WORLD BEE DAY

World Bee Day: Protecting Pollinators, Preserving Our Future
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May 20 is World Bee Day, established by the United Nations to raise awareness of the importance of bees and other pollinators to our environment, food supply, and biodiversity. Bees pollinate more than 75% of the world’s food crops and nearly 90% of wild flowering plants, making them essential not only to our gardens but to global agriculture and natural ecosystems. Unfortunately, bee populations are declining due to threats like habitat loss, pesticide use, disease, and climate change. On World Bee Day—and every day—we can help by planting native flowers, avoiding harmful chemicals, creating bee-friendly habitats, supporting local beekeepers, and educating others about pollinator conservation. Every flower planted and pesticide avoided brings us one step closer to a healthier planet, full of color, flavor, and life.