They give more fruit and seeds of a better quality. Cashew is one of the most important crops in Guinea Bissau Insects play a major role in the pollination, and placing honeybees colonies near the plantations can increase yields. Mango is a delicious fruit. It is recommended to put beehives in the plantations to secure pollination At the market in Gambia many of the fruits are a results of the pollination work of the honey bees. Ole Hertz Ground nuts are one of Gambia's most important cash crops.
Ground nuts are partly selffertile, but tripping by honeybees gives higher yields.
The Danish Beekeepers Association M llevej 15, DK-4140 Borup.