Using a horizon-scanning approach we identified issues that are likely to impact pollinators, either positively or negatively, over the coming three decades. Our analysis highlights six high priority and nine secondary issues. High priorities are (1) corporate control of global agriculture, (2) novel systemic pesticides, (3) novel RNA viruses, (4) the development of new managed pollinators, (5) more frequent heatwaves and drought under climate change, and (6) the potential positive impact of reduced chemical use on pollinators in non-agricultural settings. While current pollinator management approaches are largely driven by mitigating past impacts, we present opportunities for pre-emptive practice, legislation, and policy to sustainably manage pollinators for future generations.
A horizon scan of future threats and opportunities for pollinators and pollination
Year: 2016
