Honeybees and other pollinators are vital to modern agriculture, contributing

$15 billion in value to the U.S. farm economy alone. When farmers establish and maintain pollinator habitat around their properties, it supports biodiversity, protecting pollinators from challenges associated with farming.

Modern agriculture is dedicated to helping support farmers in their efforts. That is why many in the industry are funding pollinator research. The goal of that research is to support pollinator habitat, work with farmers on identifying best practices for pesticide application, and explore ways to protect the honeybee from pests including the varroa mite, a deadly honeybee parasite.