Whoopie 08: The impact of beekeeping on wild pollinators

BeeGuards "WP8 - Analysis of plant-pollinator-pathogen networks to assess the impact of beekeeping on wild pollinators" aims to evaluate how beekeeping affects wild pollinators across agricultural landscapes and to identify management strategies that can reduce potential competition. We will perform field and laboratory experiments, as well as analysis of historical data on honey bee density and wild pollinator abundance and diversity. Additionally, we will engage beekeepers and the public in a citizen science initiative to contribute to the research and improving knowledge and awareness of on the important ecological role of wild pollinators.