Bees, wasps, figs

The BBC and others have reported on the declining bee population; in America this is suspected to be linked to pollution. A similar situation in Turkey involves wasps who help pollinate fig trees. Hot weather has meant a low fig harvest and lethargic or dying wasps. This means fewer figs reaching the UK, and by extension fewer fig roles, a popular kind of biscuit. (Source: Guardian Weekly podcast no. 57)

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