pollinate

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Bees are responsible for pollinating roughly one-third of the crops grown around the world, making their health critical for food systems, food security and communities everywhere.

From Science Daily

That’s because the bees sent to pollinate blooming almond orchards took longer than usual to emerge from their hives due to chilly temperatures, wind and rain.

From Seattle Times

Cacao growers rely on another tiny ally to pollinate their crop.

From Salon

By day, these large bats cluster in the trees they help to pollinate, dangling from branches as they snooze or chatter to one another.

From New York Times

Fish and Wildlife Service and two forest products organizations signed a memorandum promising cooperation on projects that could boost struggling populations of pollinating insects, birds, fish and mammals.

From Seattle Times