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With fewer pollinators, plants are cutting back on nectar production

Fewer pollinators means more self-pollination, less food for bees.

https://arstechnica.com/science/2024/01/with-fewer-pollinators-plants-are-cutting-back-on-nectar-production/?utm_brand=arstechnica&utm_social-type=owned&utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social

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@[email protected] you cant cut back on nectar production. You will regret this.

[โ€“] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

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This is something plant breeders probably don't even take into consideration. Glad I try to plant 'heritage varieties' & wild plants.