Advancements in agriculture are harming bee populations.

Modern agricultural practices are significantly impacting bee populations, with an estimated 20 to 30 percent of bee colonies worldwide perishing annually, primarily due to technological advancements that increase exposure to pesticides and herbicides, along with parasite infestations. Dr. Ernesto Guzmán Novoa, Director of the Bee Research Center at the University of Ontario and visiting professor at CIABE, noted that this mortality rate has remained stable over the past decade.