The Michigan Pollinator Initiative, Million Pollinator Garden Challenge, Bayer Bee Care Program and Bee City USA are just a few programs that are raising awareness about the importance of pollinators to agricultural yields and profitability as well as ecosystem biodiversity.
As these campaigns gain momentum consumers are being increasingly exposed to information surrounding pollinator health. But how important are pollinator-friendly insect management practices compared to other factors when purchasing ornamental plants? How do they stack up with other high-profile challenges such as the droughts in California? Will consumers be willing to pay more for plants with eco-friendly practices?
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