The end of insects comes at a cost to us: for the first time, they have measured how their disappearance makes us poorer and malnourished

A Nature study in 10 farming communities in Nepal found pollinators provide about 44% of agricultural income.

Pollinators also supply more than 20% of key vitamins, including A, E and folate, supporting diet quality.

Their decline is hurting crop yields, rural earnings, and access to essential micronutrients.

The findings show insect loss is not only an ecological issue, but also a food security and nutrition problem.