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VDACS seeking comments on State Pollinator Protection Plan
The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) has announced the meeting schedule for the agency’s State Managed Pollinator Protection Plan. VDACS will hold seven meetings around the state to give stakeholders an opportunity... more »
Scientists, beekeepers breed mite-fighting bees
A co-op of beekeepers are working with scientists to breed bees with a specific genetic trait to combat the varroa mite. The typical treatment method for mites is spraying bees with low-dose insecticides, but beekeepers... more »
Delaware unveils draft bee protection plan
Delaware officials are seeking public feedback and input on a draft plan to protect and enhance populations of bees and other valuable pollinators in the state. The plan was unveiled Wednesday at Delaware Ag Week.... more »
EPA releases report on neonicotinoid, threat to bees
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a preliminary pollinator risk assessment for the neonicotinoid insecticide, imidacloprid, which shows a threat to some pollinators. EPA’s assessment, prepared in collaboration with California’s Department of Pesticide Regulation,... more »
Wild bee decline threatens US crop production
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Court revokes approval of insecticide, citing bee decline
According to the Los Angeles Times, an appeals court recently overturned federal approval of an insecticide used on a variety of crops, ruling that it could hasten an already “alarming” decline in bees. The U.S. 9th... more »
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