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Designating National Pollinator Week: Protecting Food Supply and Ecosystem Health.

The U.S. Senate designated June 16–22, 2024, as National Pollinator Week to highlight the vital role of pollinators in agriculture and ecosystem health. Although the resolution does not introduce new laws, it aims to raise public awareness about the threats facing pollinators, which are essential for producing over 100 crops and generating billions in agricultural revenue. Citizens are encouraged to participate in educational and conservation activities, indirectly supporting food security.
Key points
A special week is established to draw attention to species crucial for food production, such as bees and butterflies.
Pollinators contribute over $18 billion annually to U.S. crop revenue, impacting food price stability.
Citizens are encouraged to engage in educational and conservation efforts to help combat the extinction risk of key pollinator species.
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Additional Information
A resolution recognizing the importance of pollinators to ecosystem health and agriculture in the United States by designating June 16 through June 22, 2024, as "National Pollinator Week".
Print number: SRES 747
Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]
Process start date: 2024-06-20