As pollinators, bees play a part in every aspect of the ecosystem. They support the growth of trees, flowers, and other plants, which serve as food and shelter for creatures large and small. Bees contribute to complex, interconnected ecosystems that allow a diverse number of different species to co-exist.
There is no doubting the importance of bees to our food supply. Without them, our gardens would be bare and our plates empty. But we should also remember the other reasons bees are important to the environment.
WHY USE HONEY BEES IN CROP POLLINATION?
Canada ranks first and second in the world in terms of canola and blueberry production, respectively. Both of these crops are dependent on insect pollinators, especially hybrid canola seed production.
There are approximately 706,000 honey bee colonies in Canada. The estimated value of honey bee pollination in Canada is about $2 billion
Honey Bees have become an integral part of our agricultural system. Their value as crop pollinators has been estimated to be more than $17 billion dollars in additional yields in North America alone.