Providing nesting areas and floral resources for bees contributes to the conservation of biodiversity. Taking care of our native bees is one of the best ways to safeguard our environment. We’re speaking with Justina Block who shares her journey of raising native bees at home to starting a business promoting native bees and their habitats which led to a research-based project looking for the best floral resources for mason bees.<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2107464/open_sms">What's on your buzzy mind? Send us a text message and let us know!</a>Thanks for listening! Visit our <a href='https://thebeesknees.website/'>website </a>to learn more about what we discussed today and subscribe to our <a href='https://thebeesknees.website/native-bee-newsletter/'>newsletter</a>.

The Bee's Knees

Buzzing Backyard Biodiversity: Fostering Native Bee Habitats

Bees are intelligent, compassionate creatures responsible for 90% of the world’s food. They contribute to sustainable farming, biodiversity, environmental protection, and more. Listen in to learn about the wonderful world of native bees and how you can nurture the literal busy bees of Mother Nature.