Bees Needs Week
July 14 - July 20
Pollinators are a priority for the UK government and a key part of delivering the Environmental Improvement Plan. We know that bees, and other pollinating insects, are an essential part of our environment and play a crucial role in food production.
Defra works in partnership with many organisations and partners to help our precious pollinators survive and thrive.
Everyone has a part to play to encourage more beautiful butterflies and buzzing bees in your local area. We can all take simple steps to protect our pollinators and help to restore our natural world.
5 simple actions:
Grow more nectar rich flowers, shrubs & trees,
Let patches of garden & land grow wild,
Cut grass less often,
Do not disturb insect nests and hibernation spots,
Think carefully about pesticides.