Fungicide pyraclostrobin affects midgut morphophysiology and reduces survival of Brazilian native stingless bee Melipona scutellaris.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2020.111395
Abstract: Native stingless bees are key pollinators of native flora and important for many crops. However, the loss of natural fragments and exposure to pesticides can hinder the development of colonies and represent a high risk… read more here.
Keywords: concentrations pyraclostrobin; melipona scutellaris; native stingless; stingless bees ... See more keywords
Managed Africanized honey bees and native stingless bees increase Arabica coffee yields in southeastern Brazil
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DOI: 10.1590/1678-992x-2023-0049
Abstract: ABSTRACT Using managed pollinators to supplement the contributions of wild pollinators is a promising means to increase crop production and rural livelihoods sustainably. However, evidence of the efficacy of managed pollinators must be provided for… read more here.
Keywords: coffee; honey bees; africanized honey; southeastern brazil ... See more keywords