Tag: neonicotinoids

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Keeping crape myrtle bark scale under control
Find out how to identify and control crape myrtle bark scale before your clients find their crape myrtles covered in sooty mold and scale. Details here.
April 18, 2019
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How landscapers can contribute to improving bee health
One of the best ways landscaping companies can help bees is to create functional diverse landscapes. More details here on Total Landscape Care!
August 13, 2018
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Bayer’s new Altus insecticide targets pests but spares bees, beneficial bugs
Altus is a systemic, broad-spectrum control of sucking pests where it can be applied before, during or after plant bloom, giving applicators flexibility.
October 23, 2017
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Lead author of recent neonics study responds to backlash from funders
The author of a neonicotinoids study that led to conflicting results is being accused of overstating the threat neonics poses to honeybees. Get details here!
July 20, 2017
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Large field study on honeybees and neonics results in paradoxical results
To answer the question of how bees react to neonics in field settings, scientists conducted the largest field study ever in the UK, Germany and Hungary.
July 5, 2017
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Spring pesticide applications draw near, don’t forget safety
Coming up on spring, consider these emerging issues when updating your safety program for pesticide spraying. Read more on Total Landscape Care!
January 30, 2017
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New research: Neonics dramatically reduce male bees’ sperm count
A study has revealed that two types of the controversial neonicotinoids have significant negative effects on male honeybees. Click to read more on the research.
August 2, 2016
Male honeybees’ sperm, seen here under a microscope, declined nearly 40 percent after exposure to neonics. Photo: Lars Straub, University of Bern
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Pesticide controversy often stems from faulty application
In recent years, pesticides have been making quite a splash across the news and landscaping. Click to read more on where there may be a disconnect in the industry.
June 23, 2016
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Pollinator activists wrap up tour in truck filled with dead bees
The Keep the Hives Alive Tour, aimed at saving pollinators like bees, wrapped up at EPA headquarters this week. Click to read more on the cross country feat.
June 22, 2016
Activists rally outside of EPA’s headquarters to urge the banning of bee-toxic pesticides. Photo: Keep The Hives Alive Tour
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Show your clients how they can help pollinators thrive
Bee pollination accounts for more than $15 billion in increased crop production value each year. Click to read more on why it's important to help pollinators thrive.
May 5, 2016
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Scotts Miracle-Gro to eliminate neonics from Ortho products
While scientific studies of so-called “neonics” differ on whether they are harmful to pollinators, Ortho has decided to phase out use of the chemical next year.
April 13, 2016
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Maryland poised to ban homeowner use of neonicotinoid pesticides
Maryland's Pollinator Protection Act of 2016, prohibiting homeowners from purchasing and using insecticides with neonicotinoid class chemicals, is all set for the governor's signature.
March 31, 2016
If Maryland’s bill passes, homeowners will no longer be able to purchase and apply neonicotinoid pesticides.
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