Some time ago, I wrote a post about the decline of the bee population. At that time, it was not known for sure what was causing the death of the bees, but pesticides were believed to be the culpit.
Now, an international team of scientists have firmly pointed the finger at Neonics. This pesticide is used extensively on genetically engineered crops. And it is not just affecting the bees. It also poses a significant risk to earthworms and birds and it is harming the planet's ecosystem.
To learn more you can watch this news report:
Now, an international team of scientists have firmly pointed the finger at Neonics. This pesticide is used extensively on genetically engineered crops. And it is not just affecting the bees. It also poses a significant risk to earthworms and birds and it is harming the planet's ecosystem.
To learn more you can watch this news report:
Or read this article.
If you live in Canada and want have your voice heard, you can call, write or email Rona Ambrose, Minister of Health, to ban neonicotinoids in Canada.
Email: rona.ambrose.cl a@parl.gc.ca
Phone:(613) 996-9778
Write:
Rona Ambrose, Minister of Health
Rm 163 East block
Ottawa ON K1A 0A6
Email: rona.ambrose.cl a@parl.gc.ca
Phone:(613) 996-9778
Write:
Rona Ambrose, Minister of Health
Rm 163 East block
Ottawa ON K1A 0A6
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