To Bee or Not to Bee? Get the Buzz on Pollination

Pollination might feel like a spring job—but the groundwork starts in winter.In this episode of Wise Words, Sophie and Shane dig into why early planning is critical for successful kiwifruit pollination. From building strong hives to strengthening relationships with beekeepers, they explore the small actions now that make a big difference later.They also unpack the latest insights from Zespri-backed research, including new tools for assessing hive health, what makes pollen more attractive to bees, and why some orchards may not be reaching optimal pollination performance.