A growing threat to global agriculture comes from infectious diseases affecting pollinators like bees. These insects, which are crucial for pollinating more than 75% of food crops, are now facing new diseases worsened by habitat loss. This poses a serious risk to agricultural productivity and nutritional security worldwide.

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• Bees, wasps, beetles, flies, moths, and butterflies are essential for the pollination of over 75% of food crops and flowering plants.
• Pollinators play a key role in agricultural productivity, which impacts global food security.
• New infectious diseases are emerging among these pollinators, exacerbated by habitat loss.
• Habitat destruction and climate change are increasing the spread of these diseases.
• Pollinator decline could lead to food shortages and increased food prices.
• Over 40% of pollinators are already threatened by pesticides, pollution, and habitat loss.
• The loss of pollinators could affect economies dependent on agriculture, especially in developing nations.
• Research and global conservation efforts are necessary to combat the spread of these diseases.
• Efforts to protect pollinators must include habitat restoration and sustainable agricultural practices.
• Addressing the crisis is crucial for safeguarding future food systems and economies.