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The Future OfeDNA | A. Prof Paul Nevill and Joshua KestelInsects pollinate 75% of all agricultural crops, yet many face extinction. Discover how a ‘Star Trek’ level tech called eDNA can monitor vital insect pollinators and support global food security. The pollinator crisis [01:15]eDNA a gamechanger for biodiversity monitoring [03:09]Hoverfly vs honeybee in avocado pollination [05:46]Native bushland sustains agriculture [08:21]Diverse applications for eDNA [14:05]Merging tech with farm mechanisation [19:36]Cambridge calling [20:10]Learn moreeDNA could help protect insect pollinators of avocado flowersStudy reveals how eDNA could bear fruit for farmers and the environmentSmall but might: eDNA amplies key role of insects in pollinationConnect with our guests2025-02-2528 min