Pollination is a crucial process which is important for the reproduction of many plant species. The transfer of pollen grains – which bear male reproductive material – to the external female reproductive parts of a flower is a first step in the process that leads to fertilisation, fruit and seed production and hence, plant reproduction. This is a critical process in the larger scheme of things, as the viability of plant species also impacts the viability of ecosystems and the many animal populations that depend upon plants for their nutrition, habitat and survival.
The guidelines document serves to present information to build knowledge of local Meliponini species and provide a 360° view of the best options for sustainable management of Meliponini in Trinidad and Tobago, to assist in the maintenance of healthy populations of these insects locally.
