[azinman2]

Unfortunately (from my perspective) I don't think we'll end up with pesticides etc going away. Humans are bad at understanding long-term threats, and ultimately immediate price matters the most for many. Combine those factors with the growing income inequality in this country and market pressures will continue to facilitate whatever ends up increasing yield (and thus lowering price of food).

[roel_v]

Yes, that's right - I don't think so either. The Green Revolution wouldn't have been possible without chemical fertilizers and pesticides, we don't have replacements for them. But hopefully we can move towards a sustainable use of least-damage chemicals. There is a clear need and incentive for all parties to save bees. Many species won't be that lucky, of course.