ORFC 2026 8 – 9 Jan
What does the latest research on insect sentience mean for our view of the ecosystem services they provide, such as pollination and nutrient cycling? Biodiversity is often valued by society in terms of benefits to humans, however, as we learn more about how insects experience the world, should this reframe our valuation and understanding of the role of biodiversity in agroecological systems? This discussion between those researching, working alongside and conserving insects will be an opportunity to exchange ideas and share new perspectives on how we value nature and ecosystem services through the lens of insect sentience.