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Deep Dive: The Pollinators (2019)

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The Pollinators
The documentary 'The Pollinators' focuses on the crucial role honey bees play in the United States food system. It details how commercial beekeepers transport bees across the country to pollinate crops that are essential for human diets. The film presents the interdependence between agriculture and bee populations, emphasizing the need for healthy bee colonies to ensure food security. The film addresses the various threats to bee populations, including the impact of pesticides, habitat loss, and climate change. Through expert interviews and visuals, it conveys the urgency of protecting honey bees, as their decline poses a significant risk to the availability of fruits and vegetables in the food supply.

Why Watch

  • •Meet beekeepers like Zac Browning and Davey Hackenberg.
  • •Find out how pesticides affect bee health.
  • •See the link between bees and food security.

Did You Know

•Honey bees are transported across the U.S. by commercial beekeepers.
•The film features interviews with beekeepers like Zac Browning and Davey Hackenberg.
•Declining bee populations threaten food security in the U.S.

Perfect For

Beekeeping enthusiastsEnvironmental advocatesFood security researchers