Neonicotinoid use on seeds poses no danger to bees, report says
January 13, 2016
From: Chatham Daily News
Seed industry representatives say a recently released federal report on neonicotinoids, or neonics, has stated what was believed all along.
In a pre-release summary, the Pest Management Regulatory Agency said neonics applied directly to the soil might put pollinators at risk, but it adds: “No potential risk to bees was indicated for seed use.”
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A full document is expected to be released later this month.
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