Farming for bees and pollinators

We believe a sustainable approach to farming is essential for a healthy environment, healthy food – and healthy profits for farmers. For years we've worked with farmers who are developing innovative approaches to wildlife-friendly farming. A vital part of this is protecting our bees and pollinators, which we rely on for so many of our food crops. Read on to find out how we're working with farmers.

Meet some of the fantastic farmers we've worked with, who are leading the way in low-input farming and reducing pesticide use.

As well as reducing the use of pesticides, they're demonstrating how creating wildlife-friendly habitats has a beneficial effect on their crops and farms.

A growing number of UK farmers have not only stopped using neonicotinoids but also cut other pesticide use.

Peter Lundgren, a conventional farmer in Lincolnshire, says: "For the last 8 years I've farmed without neonicotinoids and I haven't seen any loss in yield; in fact it's actually saved money. We can manage our pesticide problems with a combination of the pesticides we've got available and sympathetic farming."

Find out more why farmers are rejecting pesticides, and innovating with more sustainable ways to control pests.