More than 50% of Scotland’s pollinators have become extinct since the 1970s. This dramatic decline threatens our biodiversity, agriculture, economy and wellbeing. Take action with us to restore and enhance pollinator habitats across the country, for the benefit of people and wildlife alike.
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Pollinators may be tiny, but their impact can be felt nation-wide. These vital insects provide an essential maintenance service to our crops, pollinating over £690million worth of food across the UK p.a. The work of these important insects doesn't stop at pollinating our crops; they also support native plants which provide food and shelter to other wildlife. We have seen a concerning drop in pollinator habitats across Scotland – urgent action is required to save and enhance what remains.
Vast, well-connected areas to forage and nest are critical to pollinators' survival. Ongoing work across our wildlife reserves and in our pioneering Ayrshire Nectar Network will help create important pollinator hubs. We aspire to plant and enhance more spaces with wildflowers and trees to establish pollinator highways. Working alongside local communities, we will sow wildflower meadows, undertake conservation grazing, plant pollinator-friendly trees and remove invasive non-native species.
