How to Build a Butterfly Sanctuary in Your Backyard

Have you ever watched a butterfly flutter from flower to flower and felt a little spark of joy? Butterflies are more than just beautiful—they’re important pollinators that play a big role in keeping our ecosystems healthy. Sadly, many butterfly species are facing challenges like habitat loss, climate change, and pollution. But here’s the good news: you can help!

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From Hive to Harvest: How Supporting Local Farmers Creates a Haven for Pollinators

Did you know that every third bite of food we eat depends on pollinators? While honey bees often get the spotlight, butterflies, native bees, beetles, and even some flies and moths all play crucial roles in pollinating our food crops. And some of their most important work happens on local farms. These agricultural spaces can either be pollinator paradises or food deserts for these hardworking insects – and it all depends on how we farm.