In this article, published in the New York Times, author John Schwartz tackles the subject of the federal government’s program supporting the planting of various plants meant to sustain bees and also produce economic benefits through a reduced need for pesticides and greater plant pollination.

According to Schwartz, “researchers are trying to find assortments of bee-friendly plants that local farmers and ranchers can easily grow, whether in unusable corners and borders of their land or on acreage set aside with government support.”

So far, the Midwest has been included in a $3 million government plan to support growth in the bee population, though Schwartz also mentions that, while the variety of plants supporting this growth may be different from place to place, there is great potential.  For example, in drought-ridden California, drought-resistant plants can play a major role in the desired bee population growth.

Furthermore, the most important aspect to note from this article, is the principle, according to Laurie Davis Adams, “executive director of Pollinator Partnership,” that “This is not one size fits all.  This is one ethic fits all.”