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Fertilizers: A Threat to Pollinators?

A long-term study has demonstrated a clear link between high fertiliser use and declining pollinator populations.

The overuse of nitrogen fertilisers, in particular, drastically reduces flower diversity, affecting bees disproportionately.

This research highlights the negative impact of intensive farming practices on crucial ecosystem services.

Sustainable agricultural strategies, incorporating biodiversity-friendly practices, are crucial for pollinator conservation.

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Original: The Guardian (Science)

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#Pollinators #Fertilizers #Biodiversity #Agriculture #Ecosystem

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