(3/6) One of the most important and abundant native pollinators in Quebec’s cranberry farms is the hoverfly (Syrphidae) (4).
Also known as syrphids, these flies are effective pest controllers as larvae and excellent pollinators as adults, dispersing pollen more widely than honey bees (4;6;7).

(2/6) But honey bees are also struggling with pesticides, parasites, and dietary deficiencies, making them costly to rent (2;4).
But guess what? Cranberry farmers and researchers are teaming up to support native pollinators by exploring sustainable practices for native insect conservation (5).

(1/6) From monocultures to pesticides and shrinking wildlife habitats, intensive agriculture has harmed important pollinators (1). With their decline, farmers must rent honey bees to maintain yields (2;3;4). For example, every cranberry farm in Quebec depends on European honey bees (2).