Podcasts about pollinators

Co-host Matthew Shepherd came from Britain, a country known for its hedgerows. He grew up surrounded by hedges, sometimes many centuries old, crisscrossing the countryside. Early in Matthew's career he helped plant, maintain, and restore miles of hedgerows and got to see up close the wealth of wildlife that live in them. When he moved to America, he was struck by the lack of hedgerows, their place in the landscape frequently filled by barbed wire or other types of fencing. He is very happy to know that this is changing and that there is a movement in this country toward planting hedgerows for their beauty, wildlife value, and economic benefits.Joining Matthew in this episode is someone who has been at the forefront of this effort for a decade and a half. Jessa Kay Cruz is a Senior Pollinator Conservation Specialist for the Xerces Society in a region covering California and the Intermountain West. Since joining Xerces in 2008, Jessa has worked in agricultural and natural lands to create habitat for pollinators and other beneficial insects, and to promote practices that support them. She provides education and technical support to a range of individuals and agencies, including farmers and ranchers, agricultural professionals, and land managers.---Cover Photo: Sarah Foltz Jordan/Xerces SocietyThank you for listening! For more information go to xerces.org/bugbanter.

A replay of a conversation from April of 2021 with Pollinator Conservationist Heather Holm about her multi-award-winning book, Wasps, Their Biology, Diversity, and Role as Beneficial Insects and Pollinators of Native Plants.

I often say that it's the little things that make the difference. But whenever you say that, no one thinks that you are actually taking about bumble bees, or for that matter, any of the other tens of thousands of small creatures that pollinate our plants. Unfortunately we are now seeing a global decline in all of our pollinators and it is happening for a variety of reasons.  If this continues, it will have devastating effects on our economy, our food production and global ecosystems. But there are ways to prevent this from happening. There are things each of us can do to help support the wide variety of pollinators. So join me for episode 239 Feeding the Future-How to Support Pollinators in Your community.

Rewilding Your Community Through Food You don't have to live in the wilderness to rewild. Whether you live in the countryside or in a city or town, rewilding by adding more native plants and protecting and restoring natural places is good for both nature and our wellbeing. Listen to today's episode written by the Center for Biological Diversity. #vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #rewild #rewilding #nativeplants #CSAs #pollinators #deforestation #reforestation ========================== Original post:  https://biologicaldiversity.org/programs/population_and_sustainability/food-x/food-x-issue-47.html  ========================== Related Episodes:  SEARCH: Use search feature at https://www.plantbasedbriefing.com/episodes-search  1014: Easiest-Ever Ways to Have a Beautiful, Wildlife-Friendly Yard https://plantbasedbriefing.libsyn.com/1014-easiest-ever-ways-to-have-a-beautiful-wildlife-friendly-yard-by-petaorg  1013: Keep Animals Safe With These Natural, Harmless Alternatives to Pesticides https://plantbasedbriefing.libsyn.com/1013-keep-animals-safe-with-these-natural-harmless-alternatives-to-pesticides-by-petaorg  557: Why Rewilding This Kind of Farmland Is a Win for the Planet https://plantbasedbriefing.libsyn.com/557-why-rewilding-this-kind-of-farmland-is-a-win-for-the-planet-by-bjrn-lafsson-at-sentientmediaorg  471: Deforestation and Reforestation https://plantbasedbriefing.libsyn.com/471-deforestation-and-reforestation-by-paul-appleby-at-vegansustainabilitycom  240: Are CSA Boxes Worth It? Read This Before You Subscribe https://plantbasedbriefing.libsyn.com/240-are-csa-boxes-worth-it-read-this-before-you-subscribe-by-brigitte-gemme-at-veganfamilykitchencom  ========================= The Center for Biological Diversity is a non-profit working to secure a future for all species, great and small, hovering on the brink of extinction. We do so through science, law and creative media, with a focus on protecting the lands, waters and climate that species need to survive. Why is the Center for Biological Diversity focusing on reducing meat consumption? When it comes to the causes of environmental destruction and overconsumption of resources, the meat industry is at the top of the list. Meat production uses massive amounts of water and land, and leaves behind devastating amounts of pollution and greenhouse gases. America's livestock industry — particularly through grazing on public lands — is one of the greatest threats to endangered species and habitat. ============== FOLLOW THE SHOW ON: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@plantbasedbriefing     Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2GONW0q2EDJMzqhuwuxdCF?si=2a20c247461d4ad7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/plant-based-briefing/id1562925866 Your podcast app of choice: https://pod.link/1562925866  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PlantBasedBriefing     LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/plant-based-briefing/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plantbasedbriefing/      

Our guest for this week is a follow on to our guest from last week. Dr. Alexandra Daisy Ginsberg is an artist based in the UK who has a piece in the “More Than Human” exhibition at the Design Museum that our guest last week Justin McGuirk curated. That exhibition opens July 11, but if you're watching this episode on YouTube or Spotify, you'll get a sneak peek of her piece in this episode. Daisy's art is multidisciplinary and examines our fraught human relationships with nature and technology. In addition to her work in the upcoming Design Museum exhibition, her Pollinator Pathmaker piece, which uses an algorithm to design art in the form of what we think of as gardens but for the benefit of pollinators rather than humans, has been created for the Serpentine at Kensington Gardens and The Natural History Museum in Berlin. Other work of Daisy's has been exhibited at the Venice Biennale of Architecture, the Centre Pompidou in Paris, the Natural History Museum in London, the Cooper Hewitt in New York and the Science Gallery in Dublin among many other prestigious institutions around the world. She's also received several awards including the Changemaker Award from Dezeen and The Rapoport Award for Women in Art & Technology from The Lumen Prize. In this episode, we talk about the overarching themes of Daisy's work, her obsession with exploring how we think about the idea of better, her Pollinator Pathmaker project and a couple of her other projects including one in which she created a digital version of a severely endangered rhino and resurrected the smell of a lost flower. We also talk a bit about non-human animal consciousness and the potential for creativity and making art, at least from the perspective of how we understand those terms. LinksAlexandra Daisy Ginsberg website Alexandra Daisy Ginsberg Instagram Pollinator Pathmaker tool “More Than Human” Exhibition at The Design Museum

On Creature Comforts, Kevin Farrell is joined by Dr. Troy Majure, veterinarian at the Animal Medical Center in Jackson and Libby Hartfield retired director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.Last week to open Creature Comforts, we discussed a few animal holidays and celebrations taking place this month. Among those we talked about, we celebrated June as National Pollinators month, so to keep in that spirit, today we'll be talking about everyone's favorite pollinators, the butterfly. Friend of the show Joe McGee joins us today to lend his expertise to the discussion.To submit your own question for the show, email us at animals@mpbonline.org or send us a message with the Talk To Us feature in the MPB Public Media App. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textIn this lively and eye-opening episode, Joey Pinz sits down with Jordan Trowbridge—an avid reptile rescuer and passionate wildlife advocate—to explore the urgent environmental challenges facing Florida. From invasive Burmese pythons in the Everglades to the unintended damage caused by domestic cats and manicured lawns, Jordan dives deep into what's hurting Florida's biodiversity—and how everyday people can help.The conversation spans topics like responsible pet ownership, the power of native plants, and why zoos still matter for global conservation awareness. Jordan shares personal stories of rescuing snakes, keeping exotic lizards, and growing up catching frogs and turtles in Florida creeks.He also offers practical advice on vetting reptile care, coexisting safely with alligators, and reducing the impact of chemicals on pollinators. With humor, knowledge, and a clear love for the natural world, Jordan makes a compelling case that the path to a better planet starts with individual action. ✅ Top 3 Highlights:

Pollinators play a critical role in food production, plant biodiversity, and ecosystem health—but many of these essential species are facing serious threats. In this episode of The Evergreen Thumb, we sit down with a WSU Master Gardener and Certified Pollinator Steward to explore why pollinators matter, what's putting them at risk, and how you can take simple, effective steps to support them in your own garden. From native plant choices to pollinator-safe practices, this conversation is packed with practical, science-based tips for every Washington gardener.

Hover flies are everywhere—but most of us don't even notice them. This week on PolliNation, OSU graduate student Nina Miller unpacks the fascinating world of these bee look-alikes, from their diverse life histories to simple ways you can invite them into your garden. OSU Garden Ecology Lab: https://gardenecology.oregonstate.edu/  

Discover the parts of a sunflower seed, how germination begins, and what helps a tiny seed grow into a towering plant in this fun nature study episode for kids. In the companion video class about Sunflowers included in the No Sweat Nature Study membership, students explore the sunflower's life cycle, label its parts, and create a nature journal page inspired by Van Gogh's famous sunflower art. Join No Sweat Nature Study at NoSweatNatureStudy.com. Use the code NOSWEAT for 50% off your first month of a monthly membership. Buy gift cards for friends and family to join No Sweat Nature Study →  ourjourneywestward.com/downloads/no-sweat-nature-study-live-gift Charter schools can purchase access to No Sweat Nature Study → ourjourneywestward.com/charter Visit the Sunflower show notes page to see a sunflower field. Click here for the list of nature book recommendations submitted by our listeners! Share pictures of your nature studies on Instagram or Facebook. Be sure to tag @OurJourneyWestward so Mrs. Cindy will see them! Please subscribe to the podcast and leave a rating and review if you enjoy the episodes. Thank you! It helps the podcast so much! :)

One of the most effective ways to contribute to pollinator conservation is to provide the essential components of pollinator habitat. To celebrate Pollinator Week, we invited a panel of Xerces experts to help us answer audience questions in this special Bug Banter Live episode. Bernardo Niño is a pollinator conservation specialist with Xerces Food Systems and Living Farms Project in California. Steve Armstead is a pollinator conservation and nature-based climate solutions specialist in Colorado. Emily May is the agricultural conservation lead with the Xerces pesticide reduction program. Kevin Burls is an endangered species conservation biologist in the western United States. ---Cover photo: Emily MayThank you for listening! For more information go to xerces.org/bugbanter.

This week we welcome Office of Kentucky Nature Preserves Caroline Kane. Caroline is going to talk about the important role bees play in pollination and why they are so important to our environment and how you can support Kentucky native bees in your own backyard.   Also on tap...Laurie Thomas, University of Kentucky Department of Forestry and Natural Resources - Extension, presents us with another installment of Tree of the Week.   Pam Snyder, Kentucky Division of Forestry, talks about efforts that are being made to help tornado victims. Forest landowners, homeowners, and municipalities or communities impacted by the December 2021/January 2022 tornados can access technical forestry assistance and additional forestry services through the Tornado Strike Team.

It's festival season! If you're near Portland or Vancouver, WA, you won't want to miss the Vancouver Pollinator Festival happening this Saturday, June 21st at Marshall Park. Our guest, Kyle Roslund, founder of the Vancouver Bee Project, joins us to share what's in store—from garden tours and hands-on activities to a talk by renowned lepidopterist and Xerces Society founder, Dr. Robert Michael Pyle.  Pollinator Festival info: https://pollinatorfestival.org/

This week's episode of the Veg Grower Podcast takes you on a field trip to one of my favourite events of the year – Gardeners' World Live in Birmingham. Each year this show brings together gardeners of every type — from balcony growers to estate keepers — and celebrates the joy of growing. It's full of inspiration, brilliant displays, expert talks, and of course, the latest gardening trends. I've attended many times, and every time I come away buzzing with ideas. What's in this week's episode? I caught up with Ade Sellars, a long-time friend and head of the “In Conversation” stage, to talk about kitchen gardening, lifestyle changes, and why he still proudly calls it a “kitchen garden”. I sat in on some cost-saving gardening tips from Adam, who reminded us all that you don't have to spend a fortune to garden well — especially with his tips on taking cuttings, bargain plants, and chop-and-drop mulching. I chatted with Kate, designer of the stunning Nectury Garden, a pollinator-friendly show garden packed with bee-friendly planting, recycled and artisan materials, and even a handcrafted greenhouse painted with honey-toned detail. You'll also hear snippets from Saul Walker (of Talking Heads Podcast) as we talked about emerging pests, new plant problems like Buddleia aphid, and how gardeners are adapting to climate changes. And we touched on the important link between gardening and mental health with Leigh, who blends his background in theatre and horticulture to create emotionally engaging gardening content — and even hosts fundraising events for mental health charities. Check out his upcoming event. Recipe of the Week As always, Chef Scott joins us to share a seasonal treat — this week it's a Courgette & Feta Dip with Mint and Chilli, a cooling summer snack perfect for sunny days. Gardeners world live Takeaways If you've never been, I can't recommend it enough! Gardeners' World Live continues to be one of the most inclusive and inspiring events in the gardening calendar. There's something for everyone — whether you're after show garden ideas, expert advice, a bit of retail therapy, or simply to feel part of a growing community.

In May, Regional Council approved a Corporate Climate Action Plan, which aims to reduce the amount of greenhouse gases our organization emits. This plan is part of a larger community strategy called TransformWR, and the goal is to cut emissions in half by 2030 and achieve net zero by 2050. On this episode of Your Region Pod we look at the challenges we face in reducing the local effects of climate change and the important role municipalities play in reducing harmful emissions. We hear from Dr. Sarah Burch, a professor at the University of Waterloo and the Executive Director of the Waterloo Climate Institute. Tova Davidson joins us as well, she is the Executive Director at Sustainable Waterloo Region, an organization that helps businesses see the cost benefits of environmental sustainability. Meaghan Eastwood, Manager of Planning and Sustainability at the Region of Waterloo and a member of Climate Action Waterloo Region, shares a few examples of what the Region is doing to reduce emissions. Visit the Region's 2024 yearbook to learn more. Check out our newsletter, Around the Region,  for more news and stories about how we are addressing climate change. And... if you haven't already, listen to our Meet the Pollinators episode to learn about out how some of the smallest creatures have a big role to play in keeping life on this planet healthy.You can find Your Region Pod wherever you stream your favorite podcasts.Website: https://yourregionpod.buzzsprout.com Spotify: Your Region Pod | Podcast on SpotifyiTunes: Your Region Pod on Apple Podcasts Send us an email!Instagram: Regional Municipality of Waterloo (@regionofwaterloo) • Instagram photos and videos Facebook: Region of Waterloo | Kitchener ON | Facebook

Downtown Los Angeles sees thousands of Angelenos gather for the "No Kings" protests. A Culver City restaurant tries to help pollinators by giving away native plants. In conjunction with Pride celebrations at the Altadena library, Christmas Tree Lane resident Rob Caves is reopening his massive backyard train display. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!Support the show: https://laist.com

You never know when a life-changing moment is going to come. For Sarah Savage, owner of Tend Native Plants, it came when she picked up a book about pollinators. Amy meets Sarah at her small plant nursery in Blue Mounds, Wis., to talk about the hidden pesticides that could be lurking in our gardens and how to make sure the flowers we buy are truly pollinator-friendly. Host: Amy Barrilleaux Guest: Sarah Savage, Tend Native Plants Resources for You: Tend Native Plants Episode 33: Wisconsin's bees are acting weird. Here's why. Neonicotinoids and their Impact Episode 23 Neurotixins on Our Plates Neonicotinoids and Human Health Expert Speakers Series: Wisconsin Neonic Forum  

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June 7, 2025 ~ Pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, are essential for increasing yields in gardens by transferring pollen between plants. Host Ann Thomas talks about how to create a pollinator-friendly habitat with nectar-rich plants, a water source, and a sunny location.

During the Phenology Report for the week of June 3, 2025, Staff Phenologist John Latimer discusses wildflowers, mysterious pollinators, and early pine pollen season.

150 episodes of On Wildlife! In this milestone episode, we welcome back one of our favorite guests, David Mizejewski, Naturalist at the National Wildlife Federation. David and Alex discuss one of the most important—and most overlooked—groups of animals on the planet: pollinators. In honor of Pollinator Week this June, they explore the critical role pollinators play in maintaining healthy ecosystems, uncover some unexpected species of pollinators, and bust common myths. David also shares practical tips for supporting pollinators in your own backyard. Join us as we celebrate 150 episodes by spotlighting the creatures that help our world thrive.For sources and more information, please visit our website.

Creating habitats with native plants is one of the most impactful ways to help invertebrates. One of the programs at Xerces is helping people do just that by providing free Habitat Kits to communities in several regions of the US.Joining us to discuss our Habitat Kit Program is Giovanni Di Franco, Xerces Endangered Species Conservation Biologist and Pollinator Habitat Specialist. Gio is working to develop the habitat kit program in southern California, especially in the greater Los Angeles area. ---Photo: Nancy KirchhoffThank you for listening! For more information go to xerces.org/bugbanter.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with landscape designer Phyllis Gricus, about her research into light pollution's harmful effects on the garden. The plant profile is on Sundrops and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Planting a Garden Based on Your Birth Month by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 91: Outdoor Lightinghttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-91-outdoor.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 89: Working with a Landscape Designer⁠https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/01/gardendc-podcast-episode-89-working.html⁠~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 170: Moon Gardeninghttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/10/gardendc-podcast-episode-170-moon.htmlBTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/support.Visit https://shop.kathyjentz.com/ to browse our new online store!Show Notes will be posted after 6-6-2025.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzMusic: Let the Sunshine by James Mulvany

Bloomers in the Garden • 5.31.25 • What's a Pollinator? • Deep Dive on Butterflies • Beloved Busy Bees • Native Plants • Best Practices for Pollinators 1. June is National Pollinator's Month!! Have you ever wondered what the heck a pollinator is? That's what our 1st segment is all about!! 2. Butterflies are the most popular of the Garden Pollinators. It's a strange Dichotomy because those same butterflies pollinating your plants start off as caterpillars that eat your plants. We'll take a deep dive into what came 1st…the caterpillars or the butterfly in our 2nd segment!! 3. Over the last decade I've watched Bees go from a nuisance stinging pests to beloved cherished savior of the known world. The facts are that Honey bees and other once frightening insects like hornets are now mans best friend to a productive harvest. In our 3rd Segment we'll discuss the benefits of honey bees and bumble bees and what you can do to help them!! 4. In our 4th segment we're talking about Native Plants! Find out what's best: Natives or Nativars!  5. In our final segment, we're going to talk about the best practices for encouraging and protecting pollinators! Philadelphia, South Jersey, & Delaware Valley Saturdays at 8am 860am | WWDB-AM Saturday at 6am & 5pm | 93.5FM & 1540am WNWR "The Word".... NYC Tri-State Area Sundays at 8am | 1250 AM "Classic Oldies" WMTR Bloomers in the Garden helps you and your neighbors have more beautiful yards, gardens and landscapes. Len is your “go-to” source for practical information, solid “local” advice that applies to the Delaware Valley. Learn about products and plants you can pronounce that are available at local Independent Garden Centers. Get inspired and confident to try new things, building on our past successful recommendations. Len Schroeder has a rich family heritage of horticulture dating back over 100 years. His own experience spans over 30 years as Owner of Bloomers Home & Garden Center. Bloomers is a Retail Garden Center that caters to the home gardener and the do-it-yourself landscaper. Bloomers prides itself on its staff training. We translate the often confusing gardening information into easy to understand, executable tasks. Len brings a professional lifetime of sorting out plants and products that work when customers get them home. Have a question for us or a topic you like us to discuss? Have a question for us or a topic you like us to discuss? Call the Bloomer's Garden Hotline” at (609)685-1880 to leave your question, your name and the town you're from! You can also write to len@bloomers.com ....

From bird to bees to bats! On this episode, Julia, Andrew, and Mason discuss pollinators found in Oklahoma, their importance in our daily lives, and how we can encourage their presence in our landscapes. Additional Resources:Video - How to Design a Pollinator GardenVideo- Pollinators in a Native Garden HLA-6464: Wildflower Gardening in OklahomaHLA-6454: Designing a Rain Garden for a Residential Property Oklahoma Proven: Plant Selections for Oklahoma HLA-6430: Landscaping to Attract Butterflies and MothsEPP-7155: Nectar and Pollen Plants of Oklahoma

GardenFest 2025 is just around the corner, scheduled for the first Saturday in June at Belle Grove. In this episode of The Valley Today hosted by Janet Michael, the event was the topic of discussion with guests Kathy Doyle and Joanne Royaltey, both Master Gardeners and key organizers of the event. Joanne, an associate extension agent with Frederick County, and Kathy Doyle, one of the event's program leads, have been working diligently to prepare for this year's GardenFest. Their expertise will be on full display, offering invaluable gardening tips and advice to attendees. Kathy shared insights into the extensive planning process that begins immediately after each GardenFest. The team seeks feedback, refines their strategies, and starts organizing again by the fall to ensure another successful event. Attendees can expect over 2,000 high-quality plants curated by Master Gardeners. The selection promises vibrant additions to any garden. This year, the focus is on plants that people truly want, avoiding less desirable varieties. GardenFest is more than just a plant sale—it's a community effort. Master Gardeners and volunteers invest significant time growing, digging up, and babysitting the plants. Their dedication ensures that all plants are in prime condition for the event. The event will host a wide array of vendors selling plants, crafts, food, and more. Visitors can also enjoy educational booths from local organizations like the Virginia Department of Forestry and Beekeepers of the Northern Shenandoah Valley. Kathy highlighted the fair's affordability with many plants priced at just $5 or $10. Guests are encouraged to bring their own wagons or carts to transport their plant purchases easily. Comfortable shoes are recommended as the terrain at Belle Grove includes grass, hills, and gravel. Pets should be left at home to ensure a stress-free experience. The Master Gardeners are excited to share their wealth of knowledge. With educational activities for children and informational booths for adults, GardenFest promises to be an enriching experience for all ages. Joanne emphasized that the proceeds from the event go towards ongoing horticultural education and community programs. With free admission, free parking, and a plethora of activities, GardenFest 2025 is set to be a highlight for garden enthusiasts in the Northern Shenandoah Valley. For more details, visit https://nsvmga.org/events/gardenfest/ 

Post-industrial cities often have large numbers of vacant lots, left behind as people have moved out of the area.  Local residents are often tempted to plant wildflowers to make these deserted spaces more attractive.  Wildflowers are an important food source for bees.  Pollinators like bees play a vital role in food production and attracting them […]

Happy World Bee Day! Let's give thanks for these tiny hardworking pollinators who play a huge role in our ecosystem. They are vital to our food supply and biodiversity. Bees can sense electric fields and navigate using the sun, and have to visit millions of flowers to produce just a pound of honey. Remarkably intelligent, they have excellent memories, they perform a waggle dance to guide each other to nectar, and can even recognize human faces. Yet they are increasingly threatened by climate change. Rising temperatures, shifting blooming seasons, and extreme weather events disrupt their life cycles and food sources, putting both wild and managed bee populations at risk. Without bees, many of the fruits, vegetables, and nuts we rely on would disappear. As we face a changing climate, it's more important than ever to protect them. By planting pollinator-friendly gardens, reducing pesticide use, and taking action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, we can help bees thrive and ensure a healthier planet for all.Noah Wilson-Rich, Ph.D. is co-founder and CEO of The Best Bees Company, the largest beekeeping service in the US. He is a 20-time published author and 3-time TEDx speaker. He's on a mission to improve pollinator health worldwide as a means to support our global food system and support the transformation of urban areas from gray to green. He is the author of The Bee: A Natural History.“I was originally drawn to bees because they're social creatures. And as humans, I always wanted to know about ourselves and how we can be our healthiest selves and our healthiest society. Bees and wasps, and all of these organisms have been around for so long. Bees especially have been around for 100 million years.”Episode WebsiteTheir blog offers many resources:https://bestbees.com/blog/www.pollinator.orgGreen roof companyColumbia Green Technologies columbia-green.comNoah-Wilson Rich's website:https://www.noahwilsonrich.comwww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram: @creativeprocesspodcastPhoto by Aaron Burden on Unsplash

Happy World Bee Day! Let's give thanks for these tiny hardworking pollinators who play a huge role in our ecosystem. They are vital to our food supply and biodiversity. Bees can sense electric fields and navigate using the sun, and have to visit millions of flowers to produce just a pound of honey. Remarkably intelligent, they have excellent memories, they perform a waggle dance to guide each other to nectar, and can even recognize human faces. Yet they are increasingly threatened by climate change. Rising temperatures, shifting blooming seasons, and extreme weather events disrupt their life cycles and food sources, putting both wild and managed bee populations at risk. Without bees, many of the fruits, vegetables, and nuts we rely on would disappear. As we face a changing climate, it's more important than ever to protect them. By planting pollinator-friendly gardens, reducing pesticide use, and taking action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, we can help bees thrive and ensure a healthier planet for all.Noah Wilson-Rich, Ph.D. is co-founder and CEO of The Best Bees Company, the largest beekeeping service in the US. He is a 20-time published author and 3-time TEDx speaker. He's on a mission to improve pollinator health worldwide as a means to support our global food system and support the transformation of urban areas from gray to green. He is the author of The Bee: A Natural History.“I was originally drawn to bees because they're social creatures. And as humans, I always wanted to know about ourselves and how we can be our healthiest selves and our healthiest society. Bees and wasps, and all of these organisms have been around for so long. Bees especially have been around for 100 million years.”Episode WebsiteTheir blog offers many resources:https://bestbees.com/blog/www.pollinator.orgGreen roof companyColumbia Green Technologies columbia-green.comNoah-Wilson Rich's website:https://www.noahwilsonrich.comwww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram: @creativeprocesspodcastPhoto by Aaron Burden on Unsplash

Happy World Bee Day! Let's give thanks for these tiny hardworking pollinators who play a huge role in our ecosystem. They are vital to our food supply and biodiversity. Bees can sense electric fields and navigate using the sun, and have to visit millions of flowers to produce just a pound of honey. Remarkably intelligent, they have excellent memories, they perform a waggle dance to guide each other to nectar, and can even recognize human faces. Yet they are increasingly threatened by climate change. Rising temperatures, shifting blooming seasons, and extreme weather events disrupt their life cycles and food sources, putting both wild and managed bee populations at risk. Without bees, many of the fruits, vegetables, and nuts we rely on would disappear. As we face a changing climate, it's more important than ever to protect them. By planting pollinator-friendly gardens, reducing pesticide use, and taking action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, we can help bees thrive and ensure a healthier planet for all.Noah Wilson-Rich, Ph.D. is co-founder and CEO of The Best Bees Company, the largest beekeeping service in the US. He is a 20-time published author and 3-time TEDx speaker. He's on a mission to improve pollinator health worldwide as a means to support our global food system and support the transformation of urban areas from gray to green. He is the author of The Bee: A Natural History.“I was originally drawn to bees because they're social creatures. And as humans, I always wanted to know about ourselves and how we can be our healthiest selves and our healthiest society. Bees and wasps, and all of these organisms have been around for so long. Bees especially have been around for 100 million years.”Episode WebsiteTheir blog offers many resources:https://bestbees.com/blog/www.pollinator.orgGreen roof companyColumbia Green Technologies columbia-green.comNoah-Wilson Rich's website:https://www.noahwilsonrich.comwww.creativeprocess.info/podInstagram: @creativeprocesspodcastPhoto by Aaron Burden on Unsplash

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares how to grow butterfly bush for more pollinators. Learn how the butterfly bush became what we know today, making it one of the top pollinator plants throughout the summer and fall. Also, learn about how to bring the flower power to attract our favorite pollinators to the garden.Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gardener-with-ken-lain-gardening-podcast/Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/

Matthew Shepherd, Director of Outreach and Education, Bring Back the Pollinators Matthew has worked for the Xerces Society for more than two decades, initially at the vanguard of a new movement to protect pollinators, but then on endangered species and a range of other issues, as well as several years leading Xerces' communications work. Throughout this time, he maintained a direct involvement in pollinator conservation in towns and cities, and in his current role has returned to outreach and community engagement. Much of this focuses on supporting neighborhood-level efforts such as pollinator gardens and small habitat projects in parks, as well as leading the Bring Back the Pollinators campaign and promoting the No Mow May and Leave the Leaves initiatives. Matthew is author of numerous articles and other publications, including Attracting Native Pollinators (Storey Publishing, 2011) and Gardening for Butterflies (Timber Press, 2016). He also is the long-time editor of Wings, the Xerces Society's magazine. Matthew's 35-year conservation career began in England and took him to Kenya before his arrival in the United States. After completing a master's of science in land resource management, Matthew managed National Trust lands in Oxfordshire, established a successful community-based conservation program in Essex, and helped to create Samphire Hoe, an award-winning nature park at the foot of the White Cliffs of Dover. During a VSO placement in Kenya, he worked with local communities and government agencies to improve the management of Arabuko-Sokoke Forest, on the coast north of Mombasa. It was in Kenya that he met a Peace Corps volunteer⁠—who is the reason he moved to Oregon. They live on the west side of the Portland metro region. Their two children are now at college, but they still get together—although sometimes they roll their eyes when Matthew points out yet another super-cool insect that he found.

Text Our Show HostsTonight, Rhonda, Missy, and Annette are catching up with each other and talking shop. It's May, and there's no time to waste when it comes to your gardens.Those Plants, Crops, and Pollinators need your immediate attention, so grab your shiny garden tools and let's get them dirty.Here's another captivating episode of The Dirty Garden Hoes Show…on Tops Bunker Podcast…Let's Get To It.Visit HoneyComb Holler on YouTubeTOPSBunker.comPlease Visit Our Affiliate Links to Find Great Preparedness Products:EPIC Gardening 25G Grow Bags 5-Pack (Show Host Top Pick)Haus & Garten Pro Bypass Shears (Show Host Top Pick)Mini Greenhouse Portable w/Grow LightsEPIC Gardening Galvanized Raised Bed KitMIXC Seed Starter Tray 5-Pack (Show Host Top Pick)Aimerla 9pc Heavy Duty Garden Tool Set With Carry BagAimerla K5 Foldable Kneeler Seat Kit Heavy DutyMIXC Raised Bed for Yard or Patio Elevated WoodenFiskars X7 Small Hatchet w/Sheath (Show Host Top Pick)Farmers Defense Protective Sleeves UV Cooling Anti-ScratchVEVOR Tunnel Greenhouse 10x20x7 (Show Host Top Pick)MIXC Watering System 65' Quick0Connect Irrigation KitSolar Garden Lanterns Waterproof 4 PackField Guide to Urban Gardening Paperback - EPIC GardeningEpic Homesteading Guide To Self-Sufficiency PaperbackMy Prepper Brothers and Sisters…Living the Self-Sustaining lifestyle of Preparedness is achieved only with the right mindset. Sure, survival gear and gadgets are fun to have and mess with and on some level, a necessity. From Fire Starting to Bushcrafting… bartering to networking… building communities of like-minded folks that help each other out when times get tough… There's a lot to think about when you're a Prepper Survivalist, But…Growing your own food… feeding your people… and sharing the harvest… ???That's Next-Level Prepping… Keep those Garden Hoes Dirty…Stay Prepped… Stay Happy…Support the show

Executive Director Scott Black joins host Dave Schlom for a brief history and overview of the Xerces Society.

Hi everyone! This one is about inviting pollinators into your space, and a general PSA about the impact of poor estrogen metabolism on energy levels and how beef organs can fix the whole problem. No houseplants this time, but you can always make your plants go NUTS with soil from https://OhHappyPlants.shop!

No Mow May is here, but is it the best way to protect pollinators in our yards? Amy walks through a typical Wisconsin yard with pollinator expert Elizabeth Braatz to learn if No Mow May really works. Host: Amy Barrilleaux Guest: Elizabeth Braatz, Bumble Bee Brigade Coordinator and Terrestrial Insect Ecologist, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Resources for You:  Wisconsin Bumble Bee Brigade Saving Wisconsin's Native Pollinators Corn Ethanol vs. Solar: A Land Use Comparison 

Sustainable honey bee beekeepers Melanie Margarita Kirby, Mmabatho Portia Morudi, and Andy Friedrichs highlight the essential role of bees as crucial pollinators for crops and flowers. Honey bees are declining and the challenge lies in creating a sustainable earth for future generations.

Bounce your balls for MercuryMacy talks this week about a well known flower with a stout and wise presence, the iris. Charlye, in a similar vein, talks about night blooming flowers and how they can be utilized in your practice. Support the showSimply CaptivatingCheck it out on Patreon.com/wbahpodcast for only $5 wbahpodcast.com_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_Want to help support the Podcast? Consider becoming a Patron!www.patreon.com/wbahpodcastAdvertise with us!Just shoot us an email over to wbahpodcast@gmail.comSnag yourself some WBAH Merch!teespring.com/stores/wbah-podcast-store_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-Come Do Yoga With Macy:patreon.com/macyaniseyogaCharm by Charlye MichelleAncestor Oil and Fire Scrying Sessionscharmbycharlye.comPlay The Sims With Charlyetwitch.tv/charlye_withawhyTwitter @charlyewithawhyOur Video EditorEldrich Kitchenm.youtube.com/channel/UC_CwBrVMhqezVz_fog716Ow_-_-_-_-_-...

The recent winter proved deadly for honey bee colonies. The Washington State University's Honey Bees and Pollinators Program reports mass die-offs for commercial beekeepers. Honey bees, butterflies, and even small vertebrates like bats and birds are important to agriculture and are indicators of a healthy ecosystem. Their populations fluctuate and are affected by pesticide use, habitat loss, and climate change. Tribes and Native groups like the Euchee Butterfly Farm are among those devoting resources to pollinator restoration work. We'll talk with Native pollinator protectors about efforts to help turn the threat to pollinators around. GUESTS Nathan Moses-Gonzales (Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation), entomologist and CEO of M3 Agriculture Technologies Jane Breckinridge (Muscogee and Euchee), director of the Euchee Butterfly Farm and the Tribal Alliance for Pollinators Melanie Kirby (Tortugas Pueblo), professional beekeeper, founder of Zia Queen Bees Farm and Field Institute, extension educator and pollinator specialist at IAIA, and a founder of Poeh Povi Flower Path Network Pam Kingfisher (Cherokee Nation), beekeeper and water protector

A healthy garden is more than just beautiful—it's biodiverse! In this episode of The Evergreen Thumb, we explore how increasing plant diversity in home gardens, community spaces, and public landscapes can create more resilient ecosystems, healthier soil, and stronger pollinator populations. Join us as we discuss: Why biodiversity is essential for sustainable gardening How native plants and layered plantings support wildlife and soil health Practical ways to enhance biodiversity—even in small urban spaces How plant diversity helps address climate change, pollinator decline, and habitat loss Whether you're a backyard gardener or working on larger landscapes, this episode offers actionable strategies to support garden resilience and environmental health. For resources, links, a transcript, and more be sure to visit our website at https://evergreenthumb.mastergardenerfoundation.org/episode045/  

On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Dr. Antony Chapoto, Executive Director of the African Network of Agricultural Policy Research Institutes (ANAPRI) Secretariat. They discuss the importance of localization and capacity building to improve food and agriculture systems across Africa, the effect that soil degradation has had on farmers' productivity, and the importance of providing a pathway for young people to retain talent in Africa. Plus, hear how farmers are responding to the U.S. government's recent funding decisions, how Mexico is taking a stand against genetically modified corn to protect biodiversity and the country's cultural heritage, and recent steps in the United Kingtom to protect pollinators.  While you're listening, subscribe, rate, and review the show; it would mean the world to us to have your feedback. You can listen to “Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg” wherever you consume your podcasts.

Imagine feeling not quite yourself. You don't feel like taking care of your kids. You can't find your way to work anymore, don't want to hang out with anybody. It would be awful. But it's happening to bees all around us. Turns out a pesticide used on virtually all of our corn and soybeans, is harming our pollinators at very low levels of exposure in ways that are rarely studied. On this episode, hear from a University of Wisconsin Madison researcher who's been looking at the lives of bees and the impacts of a neurotoxin we put on our food. Host: Amy Barrilleaux Guest: Dr. Hames Crall, Assistant Professor of Entomology, University of Wisconsin Resources for You: Episode: Neurotoxins on our Plates Episode: Wisconsin's Vanishing Bee Episode: No Mow May, Does it Work? Understanding the Impact of Neonicotonoid Pesticides Wisconsin Neonic Forum Video Series    

On Cincinnati Edition's gardening show, we answer your questions with our gardening experts.

This week on PolliNation Itai Kanot and Shelbi Perkins from BeeHero discuss how their in-hive and in-field sensors are improving pollination efficiency by providing real-time data on bee colony strength, benefiting both growers and beekeepers. BeeHero: https://www.beehero.io/

The Modern Homesteading Podcast - Episode 275A well-planned garden can provide more than just food for people—it can support livestock, pollinators, and soil health all at once. A Four-Fold Holistic Food Garden integrates these elements, creating a balanced ecosystem that maximizes productivity and sustainability. By focusing on these four key areas, you can build a garden that works in harmony with nature while meeting multiple needs on your homestead.Find The Show Notes and Links Mentioned at: https://redemptionpermaculture.com/planning-a-holistic-garden-a-sustainable-approach-to-feeding-people-livestock-pollinators-and-soil/

Summary As gardeners, it's common to get the gardening itch in late winter and early spring. The temptation to finish cleaning up our gardens during this time is a natural temptation. However, when doing your spring garden cleanup, it's important to remember why you didn't do those activities in the fall. Remembering that can help you choose what to do and when so that you can best support the pollinators and wildlife that visit your property. 3 things you'll learn from this episode: When and how to deal with the leaves that you left from the fall. When and how to cutback any standing dead vegetation that you left in the fall. Creative ways to balance your needs with those of the pollinators and wildlife when doing your spring garden cleanup. Other Backyard Ecology resources: Fall Cleanup in the Pollinator and Wildlife Garden: A Comprehensive Guide to What You Need to Know and Do 2 SIMPLE Solutions for Fall Pollinator Garden Care! Should I Mow My Yard in May? The No Mow May Debate Thank you Thank you to our amazing Patrons who go above and beyond every month to provide financial support which helps us create so much free content for everyone to enjoy and learn from. Get customized help There are lots of great “big picture” information available about creating pollinator gardens or larger habitats for pollinators and wildlife. But, there are far fewer opportunities to say, “This is what I want to do. This is what I'm struggling with. How do I make it work on my property?” That's part of what the Backyard Ecology™ Community offers its members every day. If you live in the eastern U.S. and would like personalized help creating your own pollinator and wildlife habitat, then we invite you to join the Backyard Ecology™ Community.  Learn more: https://www.backyardecology.net/community/

Queen Bee Honey Company in Alpine, Oregon built up from a Datsun pickup truck to a commercial beekeeping business. In this episode we hear about how Karen Finley built her business and the increasing problem of lack of summer forage for honey bees in Oregon's Willamette Valley.      

The BEEvent, hosted annually by the Linn County Master Gardeners, provides gardeners and small farmers with essential knowledge and practical tools to support and protect bee pollinators. This week, Master Gardeners Ranee Webb and Rich Little join us to share what's in store for this year's event. Register for BEEvent: https://www.linnmastergardeners.com/beevent Information on Mason bees and BeeNotes: https://www.linnmastergardeners.com/pollinator-info