EC approves new insecticide despite data gaps around risks to bees

The European Commission has authorised the use of insecticide cyantraniliprole for 10 years despite previous warnings from the European Food Safety Authority that “data gaps” mean it could pose a “high risk” to honeybees

by José Rojo
Agriculture - Orchards in Kent (JR)
Agriculture - Orchards in Kent (JR)

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