Have you ever loved anything before even seeing it in person? That is the bond I felt with olive trees. They are wonderful living beings and are a fundamental part of Mediterranean culture and economy, with their products used for food, oil, and furniture. There is a reason why you offer to extend an olive branch when you are seeking peace; after all, they are deeply rooted throughout the history of mankind.

Did you know that native flower-producing and wild edible plants, along with bees, share an incredible, co-evolved relationship that sustains biodiversity and food webs? And not only for bees, for all pollinators. They provide the ultimate habitat for all wildlife, and they are the easiest plants to grow!

Orange trees might not seem like a big deal in general, but in Valencia, they are much more than a plant. They are part of its grand history, their art, and their economy. None of it would have been possible without the pollination rock stars like bees!