Bees in the Fast Lane: Roadsides as Pollinator Havens

Today’s episode takes us to the Brazilian savanna — not for a bit of capybara spotting, but for a surprising discovery along the roadside. Dr. Monize Altomare’srecent study shows that even narrow strips of vegetation beside highways can support rich pollination systems and help major crops like coffee and soybeans thrive. If you’ve ever wondered how small spaces can make a big ecological impact, this one’s for you.