Study in Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems identifies key pollen sources from roses, clovers, red raspberry, and tall buttercup for bee health.

Researchers have identified key plants for a healthy bee diet, as human-caused changes impact their foraging options. A study in Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems examined the nutritional value of 57 pollen types and found that bees need a diverse diet of fatty acids and essential amino acids. The study recommends emphasizing pollen from roses, clovers, red raspberry, and tall buttercup in wildflower restoration projects to benefit bee health.