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ees are essential pollinators and a valuable part of our eco-system. However, like so many species they are under threat from habitat loss, pesticides and climate change. ‘Without bees, we would be unable to produce the majority of the food we take for granted – from everyday staples such as broccoli and apples through to seasonal treats like strawberries, a third of total food production is dependent on insect pollination,’ says Barnaby Coupe, land use policy manager for The Wildlife Trusts.