The workforce feeding the world

​80% of what we eat depends on pollinators. Not in theory. In practice.​

In this episode, Dino Martins breaks down how pollinators shape ecosystems, agriculture, and livelihoods across Africa. From working with farmers to studying biodiversity at scale, his research connects insect ecology directly to the food on your plate.​

Here’s one way to think about it: A single watermelon can require over 50 visits from different bee species to form properly. Pollination doesn’t just affect yield. It affects quality, taste, and income.