Bumblebees – ‘neonics’ further evidence.
by Chris, 3 September, 2017, 0 comments
Back in 2013, the EU imposed a temporary ban on the use of neonicotinoids on flowering crops. This was as a result of claims that nicotine related chemicals had a significant effect on the physiology and behaviour of pollinators - particularly honey bees. The ban remains in place whilst a review of these chemicals takes place.
Further evidence of the effects of neonicotinoids (other than that already reported in the woodlands’ blog) comes from the research work of Professor Raine * (of the University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada) and co-workers. Read more...
