Bees in a Polluted World: Implications for Honey and Agro-Ecosystems
Scientia Review
Volume 2, 2026 – Issue 2
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1 Department of Zoology, Government College, Kota (University of Kota)
2 Department of Agricultural Extension and Communication, Anand Agricultural University, Anand-388110
Scientia Review
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2(2), 2026
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Article ID: SR01077
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ISSN: 3107-7919
Received: 3 February 2026
Revised: 4 February 2026
Accepted: 5 February 2026
Published online: 8 February 2026
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Choudhary, D., Jevlya, D., & Sarje, A. (2026). Bees in a Polluted World: Implications for Honey and Agro-Ecosystems. Scientia Review, 2(2), 13-15
Bees are vital pollinators supporting biodiversity, food security, and rural livelihoods, yet rising air pollution poses severe threats to their survival and honey quality. Pollutants disrupt floral scents, contaminate nectar, and weaken immunity, leading to reduced crop yields and ecological imbalance. Safeguarding bees through pollution control, eco-friendly farming, and policy integration is essential for sustaining agro-ecosystems and human health.
Keywords: Bees, Honey, Air pollution, Sustainable agriculture and Heavy metal contamination