A spring without bees

Examines the causes and impact of the syndrome known as Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD), that is responsible for a thirty percent increase in the annual die-off rate of honey bees in the United States. Presents scientific research surrounding the role of imidacloprid, a new insecticide that is widely used in the United States. Discusses how the demise of bees could drastically affect our food supply and the global economy.