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17/11/2011

Scientists have pinpointed how far bumblebees will fly to find food, which could be a key to reversing the bees' decline. Conserving water at a huge greenhouse complex in Kent.

Scientists have unravelled one of the mysteries of how bumblebees feed: how far they will fly to find rich sources of pollen. Conservationists have reacted angrily to the government's decision to delay the setting up of Marine Conservation Zones to protect English seas. And, Charlotte Smith visits a huge greenhouse complex in Kent to find out how they collect rainwater to feed tomatoes.

Presenter: Charlotte Smith
Producer: Sarah Swadling.

15 minutes

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Thu 17 Nov 2011 05:45

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