mehiläispölytys

Mehiläispölytys refers to the process of pollination carried out by bees. Bees play a crucial role in the reproduction of many flowering plants, including a significant portion of the world's food crops. As bees visit flowers to collect nectar and pollen for their own sustenance, pollen grains from the male part of a flower (anther) adhere to their bodies. When the bee then visits another flower of the same species, some of these pollen grains are transferred to the stigma, the receptive female part of the flower, thus enabling fertilization.

This process is vital for biodiversity and agricultural productivity. Many fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds depend on insect pollination, with bees being the most effective pollinators. Without bees, the yields and quality of numerous crops would drastically decline, impacting food availability and economies worldwide. Factors such as habitat loss, pesticide use, and disease have led to concerns about declining bee populations, making the understanding and protection of bee-mediated pollination increasingly important. Various agricultural practices aim to support and encourage bee activity to ensure successful crop yields.