>Actually, there is a groundswell of interest in native pollinators. The old
>notion that only honey bees can do pollination economically is being
>disproved:

Even if enough concern over this matter materializes and steps are taken to
improve the lot the honey be will undoubtedly be a significant benefactor.

* Exactly. The reduction of incautious and inappropriate pesticide use as well as the increase in suitable habitat and habitat diversity will directly affect native and non-native pollinators. What is good for wild bees is good for hive bees; and good for all of us as well. 

See:
Bee Friendly Farming
http://pfspbees.org/selfcert.htm

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