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

Lucifer - which means "light bringer" in Latin - is also a reference to shining light on the need for better conservation of native bee species and greater understanding of how endangered plants are pollinated, she said.

From BBC

Pumpkins need to be pollinated to produce fruit.

From BBC

Honeybees are a vital part of food production and contribute to pollinating 70% of leading global crops.

From BBC

They will now investigate the sounds different plants make and whether other species make decisions based on them, such as whether to pollinate or hide inside them or eat the plant.

From BBC