Cost-Effective Roadside Vegetation Methods to Support Insect Pollinators

Status:  Active
Project Start Date:  07/09/2020
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Summary:

Pollinators such as rusty-patched bumble bees and Monarch butterflies are at risk due to the loss of native habitat from increasing development, intensive agricultural practices, and greater use of pesticides. Roadside habitats have grown in importance as they can provide habitat and act as migratory corridors. This research will establish roadside vegetation management recommendations with the potential for maintenance cost savings.

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Related Materials:

• Partnerships for Promoting Pollinator Habitat  - (TRS)
• Research Need Statement 578  - (Other)

Related Research:

• Monitoring and Habitat Assessment of Declining Bumble Bees in Roadsides in the Twin Cities Metro Area of Minnesota
• Monitoring and Habitat Assessment of Declining Bumble Bees in Twin Cities Metro Roadsides