Question

What proportion of global crop production is dependent on pollination by biotic agents?

Options

• 15% of global crop production

• 25% of global crop production

• 50% of global crop production

• 35% of global crop production

Answer 1

Biotic pollinating agents are responsible for 35% of global crop production. Additionally, these pollinators sustain 60–80% of wild plant species, demonstrating the critical economic and ecological importance of pollination services.