Podcasts about neonicotinoids

If you are a regular listener, you have heard of neonicotinoids, a class of neurotoxins used on food crops all over the state and country. And it turns out, neonics are hurting a lot more than pollinators - like fish, birds, small mammals and potentially people. On this episode, what we know about the impacts of neonic pesticides on our bodies and how to limit exposure. Host: Amy Barrilleaux Guest: Kayla Rinderknecht, Population Health Fellow, Clean Wisconsin Resources for You: Episode 43: The hidden pesticides that could be lurking in your pollinator garden Episode 33: Wisconsin's bees are acting weird. Here's why. Neonicotinoids and their Impact Episode 23 Neurotixins on Our Plates Neonicotinoids and Human Health

You never know when a life-changing moment is going to come. For Sarah Savage, owner of Tend Native Plants, it came when she picked up a book about pollinators. Amy meets Sarah at her small plant nursery in Blue Mounds, Wis., to talk about the hidden pesticides that could be lurking in our gardens and how to make sure the flowers we buy are truly pollinator-friendly. Host: Amy Barrilleaux Guest: Sarah Savage, Tend Native Plants Resources for You: Tend Native Plants Episode 33: Wisconsin's bees are acting weird. Here's why. Neonicotinoids and their Impact Episode 23 Neurotixins on Our Plates Neonicotinoids and Human Health Expert Speakers Series: Wisconsin Neonic Forum  

In this episode of Talkin' After Hours,  we delve into the world of  integrated pest management (IPM) and the alarming decline of insect populations, referred to by some as the 'insect apocalypse.' Entomologist Dr. Anthony Rice discusses the significant role insects play in ecosystems and agriculture, the detrimental effects of pesticides, especially neonicotinoids, and the importance of finding alternatives to these harmful chemicals. Dr Rice emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to pest management that harnesses the power of beneficial insects and promotes biodiversity. Our conversation also explored the complexities and historical context of Integrated Pest Management (IPM), including the barriers to its adoption among farmers, the influence of consumer demand for chemical-free food, and the practical steps necessary for implementing effective IPM systems.  Highlighted was the role of beneficial insects, plant communication in pest defense, and the importance of farmers having a broad understanding of how ecosystems operate. Correction:  At 14:17 there is an error in the dialog saying that 50 seeds per ha was a common planting rate and it should have been 50 000. Additional Information: the APVMA is currently reviewing its registration for use for neonicotinoids in Australia. There will be a period for public consultation once they have released their review. It may be a good opportunity for us all to have a say in the future of these chemicals. For a timeline you can see here https://www.apvma.gov.au/chemicals-and-products/chemical-review/listing/neonicotinoids   This podcast forms part of a collaborative project with RegenWA called ‘Make Your Hectares Count'. The project is supported by funding from the Western Australian Government's State NRM Program and you can find out more about it on the RegenWA website at regenwa.com.

We are joined by Dr. Charlotte Roy from The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources to discuss their research to determine if Minnesota birds and mammals are exposed to neonicotinoids. From monitoring simulated seed spills, to driving by farms to look for seed spills, and doing lab work with chickens to see how much neonicotinoids needs to be consumed to be toxic, Dr. Roy's research has answered many questions about wildlife and neonics in Minnesota and she has worked with seed distributors and farmers to make changes based on her findings.  

How is a pesticide that targets insects harming backyard birds? Hardy Kern, Director of Government Relations, Pesticides and Birds Campaign at American Bird Conservancy, joins us to talk about the link that has been established between neonicotinoids and a decline in backyard birds across the country. He also gives us some tips on what we can do to avoid neonicotinoids to help the birds.  

One of thing neonicotinoids are good at is traveling from where they are applied, to new areas by water. This is because it is designed to dissolve in water so seeds can suck it up. The unintended consequence is that it is effectively perpetually in rivers, streams, and other water bodies. Dr. Bill Arnold from the University of Minnesota about how and why he researches neonicotinoid presence in fresh water. 

We are about to say goodbye to some basic water protections as the Trump Administration looks to undo decades of science-based work focused on keeping toxic chemicals out of our water supplies. Right now on the Defender, Amy talks with Clean Wisconsin attorney Evan Feinauer about how bedrock protections like the Clean Water Act could be at risk as the new administration targets regulations, research, and expert staff at the EPA. Find out what's at stake and how Wisconsin can fight back. Host: Amy Barrilleaux Guest: Evan Feinauer Resources for You:  Under the Lens: What we know about PFAS in Wisconsin's Water Nitrate pollution's impact on Wisconsn's health and economy Neonicotinoid pesticides and their impact More episodes with Evan:  When Judges Rule the Environment: How bad are the new Supreme Court rulings? What Trump 2.0 means for our environment    

A look ahead to the Lincolnshire Farming Conference 2025. The latest Savills Farmland Market Survey results. Neonicotinoids, crops, livestock and grain market reports, agronomy advice and the week's news and weather. The week in agriculture with Steve Orchard.

Did you know that neonicotinoids are among the most ecologically destructive pesticides we've seen since DDT? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn for her conversation with Dan Raichel, J.D., Executive Director of the Pollinators and Pesticides Initiative at the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC). Raichel discusses the widespread use of, and harm from, neonicotinoid use in agriculture, lawns and gardens, and New York state's Birds and Bees Protection Act. Learn how “neonics,” the widely used neurotoxic class of pesticides, cause harm to bees, pollinators, birds, soil microbes, fish, and mammals including humans.Related Websites: https://www.nrdc.org/bio/daniel-raichel/new-york-enacts-nation-leading-law-protect-bees-birds-and-people  www.nrdc.org Saw Mill River Audubon presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aI9IZtMYQXw

Environmental and health organizations are calling on Canada's Minister of Health to intervene after a regulatory flip-flop has left an insecticide on the market. A ban proposed in 2018 concerned imidacloprid and two related pesticides used on corn, soybeans, potatoes and other crops. This pesticide has been banned in the European Union since 2018. Neonicotinoids are linked to harms to human health. They are also significant contributors to global declines in pollinator and bird populations. We speak with Dr Meg Sears, Chair of Prevent Cancer Now.

Did you know that nearly all non-organic, commercially grown corn and approximately half of soybeans, cotton and wheat seeds are treated with neonicotinoid pesticides? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn for her conversation with Rebecca Raney, investigative journalist at U.S. Right to Know. Raney discusses her series of articles on neonicotinoids, a class of systemic neurotoxic insecticides tied to bee and other pollinator deaths (as well as harm to soil and human health), and how pesticide companies shape bee research agendas and manage public perceptions to deflect attention away from neonicotinoids as a driver of the current bee crisis.  Related Websites: https://usrtk.org/category/bees-neonics/ Tracking the Pesticide Industry Propaganda Network: https://usrtk.org/pesticides/tracking-the-agrichemical-industry-propaganda-network/  Birds and Bees Protection Act: https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-signs-birds-and-bees-act-nation-leading-legislation-protect-new-yorkers-and

In today's episode, I spoke with Dr. Lewis James Bartlett, a leading entomologist and evolutionary biologist at the University of Georgia. We discuss his groundbreaking study showing neonicotinoids assist Varroa mites in harming honey bees during field trials. This crucial information needs to reach beekeepers. Many wrongly blame themselves for high mite levels despite proper management. The message is clear: it's not their fault, but the pesticide industry's, as I've consistently highlighted on this channel. Support my work: https://www.insidethehive.tv/offers/rozVB5Y2 Become a academy member: https://www.insidethehive.tv/academy Sign up to my email list: https://www.insidethehive.tv/newsletter

For the past 25 years, we've been putting neurotoxins on our food. Neonicotinoids are potent chemicals that attack the central nervous systems of insects. Not only are they widely used on our food and in our soil, they're showing up in our drinking water in Wisconsin. And that leads to a big question -- what do they do to us? In this episode, Amy uncovers the truth about neonicotinoids with experts from Clean Wisconsin and the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection. Host: Amy Barrilleaux Guests: Sara Walling, Water & Agriculture Program Director, Clean Wisconsin Carla Romano, Groundwater Specialist, Department od Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection Background Reading: Understanding the Impact of Neonicotinoid Insecticides Agricultural Chemicals in Wisconsin Groundwater Report, Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection Neonitcotinoids and their impacts

Sign up to my email list: https://www.insidethehive.tv/newsletters Support our sponsor Vita Bee Health: https://www.vita-europe.com/beehealth/ Curtis' Apiary: https://www.champlainvalleyhoney.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ChamplainValleyHoney/ https://www.tiktok.com/@champlainvalleyhoney Charles Mraz book: https://amzn.to/45GbHCm ___________________________________________________________ In today's podcast, I have the pleasure to speak to Curtis Mraz. Curtis is a 4th generation beekeeper in his family, following the legacy of the legendary Charles Mraz. We talked about Curtis's career leading Champlain Valley apiaries, his decision-making process to become the 4th generation of beekeepers in his family. His views about the future of the beekeeping industry, pesticides, the Vermont bill reducing the use of Neonicotinoids, and other topics. I hope you enjoy it. ________________________________________________________________ Reach out on social media. https://www.insidethehive.tv/follow-us

The USDA joined 20 agencies in releasing an updated Climate Adaptation Plan to ensure federal operations are increasingly resilient to climate change impacts, and the Sustainable Aviation Fuel Coalition welcomed ten new organizations into its membership.

There is a perception that the worst pesticides were banned years ago. So why are Insects (including bees) in decline? Dr Sanchez-Bayo says a family of water soluble pesticides are to blame. He names them and wants to know why they are still being sprayed in Australia.  Dr Sanchez-Bayo Dr Karl  

After a Westminster debate, prompted by an online petition with more than 110 thousand signatures, the farming minister has said the government's due to publish its new regulations on fairness in the dairy supply chain before Easter. The debate called for a fairer power balance between farmers and supermarkets and a change to the Groceries Supply Code of Practice.The National Farmers Union and the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board have agreed to commission an independent review of farming assurance schemes - they say 'to ensure the schemes are fit for purpose'. The two groups acknowledge that the Red Tractor Scheme will be part of the review, and say that 25 years after its creation it is now time to re-assess it. Neonicotinoid pesticides were approved last week for emergency use, that's an exemption to a ban that's been in place in the UK and the EU since 2013. The chemicals are coated onto sugar beet seeds to make them resistant to a crop virus spread by aphids, called virus yellows. Environmental campaigners say they harm plants and insects and shouldn't be allowed. Now, scientists at the John Innes Centre in Norwich are using techniques similar to the Covid vaccines, to kill the sugar beet yellow virus directly in the plant, without interfering with the aphids that spread it, or having an impact on the wider environment. They've managed to create an anti-viral which binds itself to the RNA in the cell, which cleans out the disease.All week we're looking at family farms. Today we visit County Londonderry in Northern Ireland where hairdresser Kerry Glass stepped up to help run the farm after her father-in-law lost his sight.Presenter = Anna Hill Producer = Rebecca Rooney

The Government is doing too little, too slowly, to meet its own environmental ambitions and statutory commitments, according to a report published by the Office for Environmental Protection.Neonicotinoid pesticides have been approved for emergency use for the fourth year in a row. That's an exemption to a ban that's been in place in the UK and the EU since 2013. The seed treatment for sugar beet seed makes them resistant to a crop virus spread by aphids called virus yellows. Environmentalists say the pesticide poisons the soil and water courses, and affect plants and the bees that feed on them. Farmers say the regulations around them are stricter in the UK than in Europe but the way forward is to develop breeds of plant that are resistant to the aphids.Farmers warn that cuts to, and changes in, inspections at the Port of Dover raise the risk of animal disease being brought into the UK. The Government wants to cut the budget for spot checks for illegal meat in cars and coaches by 70%, and later this year plans to move the new post-Brexit inspections of commercial traffic from Dover to an inland site. The LAMMA Show took place in Birmingham this week with 600 exhibitors show casing the very latest in farm machinery and innovation, everything from specialist soil-aeration machinery to farm solar energy systems, and of course, enormous tractors.Drone tech is often touted as the next big thing in agriculture. But how useful is it? Plymouth University is working on a project to map biodiversity on farm using artificial intelligence.Kaleb Cooper, the star of the TV series "Clarkson's Farm" has recorded a rap to raise money for RABI - the Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution. Presenter = Charlotte Smith Producer = Rebecca Rooney

First, the tadpoles and frogs disappeared; then the bats and the songbirds left. Dr. Elizabeth Hilborn, a honey bee veterinarian and environmental health scientist, soon realized the bees—the vital pollinators of fruits, plants, and vegetables—were dying. Everything went still and silent. In 2017, after a large flood, most of the teeming life on her beloved family farm in North Carolina had vanished in a matter of weeks. As a scientist and a naturalist, Hilborn set about to get answers and shares her story in her riveting book, Restoring Eden, and in this episode.No matter where you live- even if it's a city far from farmland- if you drink water and eat food, you are going to want to listen to this episode.HighlightsThe alarming findings about pesticides, particularly Roundup and neonicotinoids, on the environment, wildlife, and human health.Why some pesticides cannot be washed off.Strategies for individuals to minimize exposure to harmful pesticides and support a healthier ecosystem.What YOU Can DoGet in the know by buying her book, Restoring EdenSupport local agriculture, agroecology,  regenerative agriculture, and organic agricultural practices in the food you buy, when possible.Mow less and plant native flowers (grown from uncoated seed) to support wild pollinators.Leaving soil undisturbed and leaving leaves when they fall are ways to support our beneficial insects.The Environmental Protection Agency is soliciting comments about treated seed. Leave a comment in support of regulations. (find other petitions to sign once this comment period is over or create your own)ResourcesVisit Elizabeth's websiteEnvironmental Working Group's Dirty Dozen List Want a free guide to help you become a force for nature? Get it HERE!If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, and review it! This helps to boost its visibility. Hit me up on Instagram and Facebook and let me know what actions you have been taking. Adopting just one habit can be a game-changer because imagine if a billion people also adopted that! What difference for the world are you going to make today?

Happy New Year! As we embark on a new year, often marked by resolutions, we're excited to present a New Year's Archive Special. Join Jeff and Becky as they revisit Jeff‘s and Kim's insightful interview with Colorado beekeeper Tom Theobald, in 2021. While Tom might not be the inventor of the two-queen colony management system for increasing honey yields, his refinements to the technique are remarkable. If boosting honey production is on your 2024 agenda, this episode is for you! Tom ran a modest commercial beekeeping operation in Colorado during the late 1970s, managing around 200 colonies. He began experimenting with two-queen colonies early on. The underlying biology of this method is fascinating and effective, as Tom demonstrates, but it does entail more physical labor. His most productive hives consisted of three deeps for brood and seven mediums for honey storage. While an average strong colony in his region typically produced about 70 pounds of honey per season, Tom's two-queen colonies impressively averaged between 240 and 270 pounds! The method's benefits extend beyond substantial honey yields. These colonies begin the season with the previous year's queen and introduce a new queen in early spring. At season's end, the newer queen usually takes precedence, ensuring a proven queen for the following year. Additionally, the enlarged foraging population of these colonies amasses an extensive pollen reserve, vital for the next season's buildup. Despite its advantages, two-queen honey production is becoming a rarity, largely due to the labor intensity, precise timing, and deep understanding of local nectar flows required. However, the rewards can be significant, particularly in areas with abundant forage and minimal varroa mite or pesticide issues. Have you experimented with two-queen colonies? We're eager to hear about your experiences! Share your thoughts in the episode comments.Links and websites mentioned in this podcast: Our First Season Interview with Tom about Neonicotinoids: https://beekeepingtodaypodcast.com/tom-theobold-the-problem-with-neonics Honey Bee Obscura Podcast: http://honeybeeobscura.com   ______________   Happy New Year from all our fantastic sponsors! Betterbee is the presensting sponsor of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Betterbee's mission is to support every beekeeper with excellent customer service, continued education and quality equipment. From their colorful and informative catalog to their support of beekeeper educational activities, including this podcast series, Betterbee truly is Beekeepers Serving Beekeepers. See for yourself at www.betterbee.com This episode is brought to you by Global Patties! Global offers a variety of standard and custom patties. Visit them today at http://globalpatties.com and let them know you appreciate them sponsoring this episode!  Thanks to Strong Microbials for their support of Beekeeping Today Podcast. Find out more about heir line of probiotics in our Season 3, Episode 12 episode and from their website: https://www.strongmicrobials.com Thanks for Northern Bee Books for their support. Northern Bee Books is the publisher of bee books available worldwide from their website or from Amazon and bookstores everywhere. They are also the publishers of The Beekeepers Quarterly and Natural Bee Husbandry. _______________ We hope you enjoy this podcast and welcome your questions and comments in the show notes of this episode or: questions@beekeepingtodaypodcast.com Thank you for listening!  Podcast music: Be Strong by Young Presidents; Epilogue by Musicalman; Walking in Paris by Studio Le Bus; A Fresh New Start by Pete Morse; Wedding Day by Boomer; Christmas Avenue by Immersive Music; Original guitar background instrumental by Jeff Ott Beekeeping Today Podcast is an audio production of Growing Planet Media, LLC Copyright © 2023 by Growing Planet Media, LLC

2023 was expected to be a big year for Europe in reducing harm from agrochemicals. But in a surprise move in November, European Parliament rejected a law to halve pesticide use. That same month, The European Commission stated it would renew the controversial approval of glyphosate for another 10 years. What happened? Alasdair talks to Dr Martin Dermine, Executive Director of Pesticide Action Network Europe, about why EU regulation of agrochemicals is moving so slowly.Further reading: 'Glyphosate, the active ingredient in the weedkiller Roundup, is showing up in pregnant women', The Conversation, December 2023'EU Commission hosts a secret 3-day meeting with the pesticide industry as their exclusive guest', Pesticide Action Network, December 2023'Green Deal is dead', Pesticide Action Network, November 2023'Beneath the orange fields: Impact of Glyphosate on soil organisms', Pesticide Action Network, November 2023'Conservative backlash kills off EU's Green Deal push to slash pesticide use', Politico, November 2023'EU to renew herbicide glyphosate approval for 10 years', Reuters, November 2023'Long-term evidence for ecological intensification as a pathway to sustainable agriculture', Nature Sustainability, 2022Listen to our previous episodes on Monsanto, EU lobbying, and Neonics.Click here to visit The Future Unrefined, our curated collection of articles and podcasts on raw materials and extraction. Find more podcasts and articles at www.landclimate.org

Episode 8 - Honey with Matthew Ingram from Holt Hall Apiary in Staffordshire. Charlie and Rachel talk to Matthew, award winning bee farmer, about the health, environmental, farming and economical benefits of bees and honey.  They dispel some old wives' tales about honey and get Matt's opinion on the controversy surrounding neonicotinoidshttps://holthallapiary.co.uk/; @holthallapiary 1:15 Introduction 3:25 Introduction to Matthew Ingram 6:50 The resurgence of honey 8:00 Honey and hayfever  9:35 The role of bees in food production 12:50 The financial benefit of bees to the UK economy 14:55 How native bee populations have changed 18:00 Disease in UK bee populations 19:45 Neonicotinoids  24:50 The health benefits of honey 27:20 Manuka honey 29:20 Real honey Vs fakes 32:30 Matt's honey products 34:15 Queen Bees 37:50 The popularity of beekeeping

In the eLife Podcast this month, signs that bees are oblivious to pesticides in nectar, sea anemone stinging strategies, a new means of cell-cell communication to share growth factors and other signals, how plants make a comeback when ice sheets retreat, and how the world's biggest bird uses wind and waves to good effect to minimise the costs of takeoff... Get the references and the transcripts for this programme from the Naked Scientists website

New York's Birds and Bees Protection Act contains a targeted restriction on neonicotinoid pesticides. These widely-used insecticides are absorbed by plants and can be present in pollen and nectar, making them toxic to bees and other pollinators. Among the largest applications of neonics (as they are called) has been in the form of coatings on […]

Dan Raichel is the acting director of the Pollinator Initiative at the Natural Resources Defense Council. In this podcast, Dan educated me about the wide use of Neonicotinoids and how they are impacting pollinator species and the environment. Neonicotinoids are used in the agricultural industry, BUT that class of chemical can also be found in every day products that we all purchase for our lawns. Neonicotinoids are wrecking havoc on the pollinator species and Dan and his team hope to make some positive changes with how those chemicals are regulated.  Get involved with Dan and his group: https://www.nrdc.org/bio/daniel-raichel   Podcast Sponsor: SigNature Touch | Use code 'JLA' for 10% your first purchase. www.oursignaturetouch.com Follow me on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/jalba/ Podcast Insta: https://www.instagram.com/oursocietyw...

Dr. David Carpenter discusses Neonicotinoids, a group of widely used insecticides. They are absorbed by plants and can be present in pollen and nectar, making them toxic to bees. Research published clearly shows how neonicotinoids are killing bees or changing their behaviors. David O. Carpenter is a public health physician who received his MD degree from Harvard Medical School. Dr. Carpenter's research is focused on study of environmental causes of human disease, especially the chronic diseases of older age such as cardiovascular disease, hypertension, diabetes, arthritis, thyroid disease, and neurodegenerative diseases.  He has studied rates of hospitalization for these and other diseases in relation to living near to hazardous waste sites, fossil fuel power plants, and other areas of contamination in New York. He has used results of these ecological studies to study specific populations highly exposed to polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and persistent pesticides in Native American and Alaskan Native communities and residents of Anniston, Alabama - sites of the Monsanto plant that made PCBs. These studies have confirmed the association between PCBs exposure and rates of hypertension and diabetes that were suggested by the ecologic studies. He has ongoing collaborative studies on air pollution and health in several countries and studies health effects of electromagnetic field exposure. He has more than 450 peer-review publications and has edited six books. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rfkjr/message

BREAKING NEWS! Neonicotinoids banned in New York State The New York State Legislature has passed the Birds and Bees Protection Act, which limits the use of neonicotinoid pesticides, commonly referred to as neonics. This bill is the first of its kind in the United States and aims to reduce the use of neonic coatings on corn, soybean, and wheat seeds, as well as lawn and garden uses. Neonics are known to have a devastating impact on pollinators such as bees and birds, and have been linked to negative impacts on human health and the environment. The pesticides are believed to have caused massive bee and bird losses, contaminated water and soil, and created human health concerns. The new bill eliminates 80-90% of neonics entering New York's environment on a yearly basis and has gained support from a wide range of environmental, health, garden, social justice, and farm groups. The bill still permits the use of neonics for invasive species treatments, but this is expected to eliminate 80-90% of neonics entering New York's environment each year. While the Birds & Bees Protection Act does not go as far as Europe's total outdoor neonic ban, and Canada has largely phased out neonic-coated corn and soybean seeds, it is the first law to address neonic seed coatings in the U.S. New York farmers will still be able to grow their staple crops while limiting the damage done to the environment, water quality, and pollinators by neonic pesticides. Supporters of the bill hope it will help protect New York's environment, food security, and agricultural economy. The New York State Legislature's decision to regulate neonic pesticides is a significant move forward in promoting sustainable agriculture and protecting the environment. If you have any questions about this issue, tune in to my podcast where I will interview a lawyer. For more information, please check the press release: https://www.nrdc.org/press-releases/new-york-protects-birds-and-bees-nation-leading-legislation Or Listen to our Podcast Episode where I interview Dan Raichel one of the lawyers behind this important bill. or Watch the interview on YouTube.

We're not done with turkeys yet! This week, Matt, Tim, and Mark Drury host Deputy Director of Resource Management Jason Sumners and wild turkey biologist Nick Oakley, both from the Missouri Department on Conservation. The guys go through all the challenging factors our beloved bird is up against (spoiler alert, it's not just one). Neonicotinoids, season dates, nest raiders, poult production, and more, it's a comprehensive conversation and a crash course on likely culprits.  Want your turn in the spotlight? Submit your audition video, here!  Leave us a Question of the Day by clicking here and you could win a DeerCast hat! Watch every episode of the podcast on DeerCast and subscribe to the audio version of the show on the platform of your choice: Apple  Spotify 

My guest today is Louise Washer returning to Digging in the Dirt because she is doing great work for us here in the state of CT. and for our planet. Louise Washer serves on the board of the Pollinator Pathway, a grassroots movement she helped create in 2017, in Wilton, CT and which has since spread to over 325 communities across 11 states. The PP helps give pollinators of all kinds habitats to thrive in. She also serves as president of the Norwalk River Watershed Association, as a member of the Norwalk Mayor's Water Quality Committee, and on the steering committee of the Hudson-to-Housatonic Regional Conservation Partnership known as (H2H).

Alasdair speaks to Professor Mike Norton, Environment Programme Director at the European Academies Science Advisory Council, about newly published research on neonicotinoid pesticides. In 2013, the European Commission severely restricted the use of several 'neonics' due to emerging research showing they had wide ranging harfmul environmental impacts on insect populations and ecosystems. But last month, the European Court of Justice ruled that Belgium had abused emergency authorisations to continue using them. Many Member States have similiarly authorised their continued usage since 2013, and the EU is now considering stricter legislation to prohibit the substances. Further reading: - Read the full EASAC report here, or the press release here. - 'EU Court puts end to emergency use of bee-toxic pesticides', EURACTIV, Jan '23- 'Commission's verdict still out on EU court ruling on bee-toxic pesticides', EURACTIV, Feb '23- 'Neonicotinoids in Africa' - a 2020 article by Mike for Chemistry WorldClick here to visit The Future Unrefined, our curated collection of articles and podcasts on raw materials and extraction. Find more podcasts and articles at www.landclimate.org

College and high school students take part in Advocacy in Action competition at the Sun Belt Ag Expo, and inflation hits organic fresh fruits and vegetables.

The public comment period for organic regulations for livestock has been extended, and Inflation hits organic fresh produce prices.

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EPA Launches Endangered Species Act Consultation With USFWS on Neonicotinoid Insecticides

Today is World Bee Day This week, should the Guardian's Carbon Bombs be defused? There's a new report from the World Meteorological Organisation on the State of the Global Climate 2021, I learn about a country where supermarkets accept Bitcoin while IEMA warns about the energy cost of Bitcoin mining, and there's a prospect of new pandemics.

This week we are revisiting our interview with Professor Dave Goulson. Dave Goulson is a Professor of Biology at the University of Sussex (England), who specializes in bee ecology. Professor Goulson has published more than 300 scientific articles on the ecology and conservation of bumblebees and other insects, plus seven books, including the Sunday Times bestsellers “A Sting in the Tale” (2013), “The Garden Jungle” (2019), and “Silent Earth” (2021). In 2015 he was named number 8 in BBC Wildlife Magazine's list of the top 50 most influential people in conservation. In 2018, 2019 and 2020 he was named as a “Highly Cited Researcher” by Thompson ISI. He founded the Bumblebee Conservation Trust in 2006, a charity which has grown to 12,000 members and is a trustee of the Pesticide Action Network, as well as an “Ambassador” for the UK Wildlife Trusts, and president of Pesticide Free Scotland. Tune in to learn more about: His latest book “Silent Earth”, in which in the tradition of Rachel Carson's groundbreaking environmental classic Silent Spring, he explains the importance of insects to our survival, and offers a clarion call to avoid a looming ecological disaster of our own making; His fascination about insects that started from an early age and why they are important to us and to our lives; The pollination factor, even coffee and cocoa need pollinators; The difference between bumblebees and honeybees, and the unknown fact that there are over 20,000 of known bees species; Neonicotinoids and their negative impact on soil, streams and bees;  Insects as food - and how 80% of the world actually eat insects; Global warming and the impact on insects; His wish for each one of us is to welcome nature, to plant pollinator friendly flowers and don't spray any pesticides and also to buy local, organic food. To learn more about Professor Goulson's work go to https://profiles.sussex.ac.uk/p126217-dave-goulson. 

Welcome all to IS PHARMACOLOGY DIFFICULT Podcast! I am Dr Radhika Vijay.In today's episode, I will be conveying details about Nicotine, its mechanism, etc. Though it is linked to the last episode and dosage forms of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) will not be repeated, an ample light is thrown on the toxicity, both acute and chronic toxicity of Nicotine. Sign and Symptoms and management is too discussed.Discussion heads too include Vaping, Neonicotinoids and Smoking cessation.Smoking Cessation therapies are discussed and under this head, Varenicline and new alkaloid drug Cytisine are talked about in detail.Hope this information finds you all in the best of comprehensive mindset! Chao till the next piece of information in the next episode!For all the updates and latest episodes of my podcast, please visit - https://www.ispharmacologydifficult.com where you can also sign up for a free monthly newsletter of mine. It actually contains a lot of updates about the medical sciences, drug information and my podcast updates also.You can follow me on different social media handles like twitter, insta, facebook and linkedin. They all are with same name "IS PHARMACOLOGY DIFFICULT". If you are listening for the first time, do follow me here, whatever platform you are consuming this episode, stay tuned, do rate and review on ITunes, Apple podcasts, stay safe, stay happy, stay enlightened, Thank you!!You can access various links via- https://linktr.ee/ispharmacologydifficult

Welcome all to IS PHARMACOLOGY DIFFICULT Podcast! I am Dr Radhika Vijay. In today's episode, I will be conveying details about Nicotine, its mechanism, etc. Though it is linked to the last episode and dosage forms of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) will not be repeated, an ample light is thrown on the toxicity, both acute and chronic toxicity of Nicotine. Sign and Symptoms and management is too discussed. Discussion heads too include Vaping, Neonicotinoids and Smoking cessation. Smoking Cessation therapies are discussed and under this head, Varenicline and new alkaloid drug Cytisine are talked about in detail. Hope this information finds you all in the best of comprehensive mindset! Chao till the next piece of information in the next episode! For all the updates and latest episodes of my podcast, please visit - https://www.ispharmacologydifficult.com where you can also sign up for a free monthly newsletter of mine. It actually contains a lot of updates about the medical sciences, drug information and my podcast updates also. You can follow me on different social media handles like twitter, insta, facebook and linkedin. They all are with same name "IS PHARMACOLOGY DIFFICULT". If you are listening for the first time, do follow me here, whatever platform you are consuming this episode, stay tuned, do rate and review on ITunes, Apple podcasts, stay safe, stay happy, stay enlightened, Thank you!! You can access various links via- https://linktr.ee/ispharmacologydifficult

We talk about pickled eggs, microplastics (in our soil, water, and food), the latest findings and possible legislation on neonicotinoids. Donna recaps an article she wrote for a cookbook called  "The Tyranny of the Recipe".....some wise advice for learning to cook.    

Jason and Dr. Jon Jenks discuss research that exposes the toxicity of neonicotinoid seed treatments to whitetails and other game species. 

Neonicotinoid seed treatments can set back progress on regenerative properties with negative, cascading effects on beneficial insects.  Equally alarming, Neonics are proving detrimental to the health of our game species. This episode provides some background information for the episode to follow.

Dave Goulson is a Professor of Biology at the University of Sussex (England), who specializes in bee ecology. Professor Goulson has published more than 300 scientific articles on the ecology and conservation of bumblebees and other insects, plus seven books, including the Sunday Times bestsellers “A Sting in the Tale” (2013), “The Garden Jungle” (2019), and “Silent Earth” (2021). In 2015 he was named number 8 in BBC Wildlife Magazine's list of the top 50 most influential people in conservation. In 2018, 2019 and 2020 he was named as a “Highly Cited Researcher” by Thompson ISI. He founded the Bumblebee Conservation Trust in 2006, a charity which has grown to 12,000 members and is a trustee of the Pesticide Action Network, as well as an “Ambassador” for the UK Wildlife Trusts, and president of Pesticide Free Scotland. Tune in to learn more about: His latest book “Silent Earth”, written in the tradition of Rachel Carson's groundbreaking environmental classic Silent Spring, where he explains the importance of insects to our survival, and offers a clarion call to avoid a looming ecological disaster of our own making; His fascination about insects that started from an early age and why they are important to us and to our lives; Pollination facts, even coffee and cocoa need pollinators; The difference between bumblebees and honeybees, and the unknown fact that there are over 20,000 of known bees species; Neonicotinoids and their negative impact on soil, streams and bees;  Insects as food - and how 80% of the world actually eat insects; Global warming and the impact on insects; His wish for each one of us is to welcome nature, to plant pollinator friendly flowers and not to spray any pesticides, as well as to buy local and organic food. To learn more about Dave Goulson's work go to https://profiles.sussex.ac.uk/p126217-dave-goulson.

Learn a bit about the two hosts of the show, Erfan Vafaie and Vikram Baliga, how their aspirations to become medical doctors led to become lowly poor scientists, and how they found their passion for insects sand plants. In this episode, we also digest an article by Szczepaniec and colleagues (2013) that seeks to understand a commonly observed phenomena; some plants treated with neonicotinoid insecticides appear to increase in spider mite populations. Neonicotinoids are a class of insecticides that include imidacloprid, dinotefuran, and thiamethoxam (to name a few) and are considered systemic; applications to the soil are taken up by the roots and provide protection from insects feeding on the plant. Unnecessary applications are not only costly, but can have unintended consequences! Full citation of article discussed: Szczepaniec, A., M.J. Raupp, R.D. Parker, D. Kerns and M.D. Eubanks. 2013. Neonicotinoid insecticides alter induced defenses and increase susceptibility to spider mites in distantly related crop plants. PLoS One. 8. 

Yippee we have just released a new beekeeping show. We hope you will enjoy this one. We enjoy producing these shows for you. In this episode we head to South London, England and talk to the hosts of the Beehive Jive podcast, Paul and Tracey. We Learn why the UK Beekeeping association system is helping create the next generation of Beekeepers, and why it's a fantastic support system for new beekeepers. Links / Resources mentioned this week The Beehive Jive blog is HERE Find them on Apple Podcasts HERE Follow them on Twitter HERE Join the Croydon Beekeepers' Association HERE The National Honey Show Talks are on YouTube HERE Dave Goulsons book about Bumble Bees “A Sting in the Tail” can be found HERE Honeybee Democracy by Thomas D. Seeley can be bought HERE The Sustainable Apiary by Mike Palmer Video is HERE The Bee Colony as a Honey Factory by Tom Seeley Video is HERE Our interview with Roger Patterson can be found HERE Tracey Does Bee Safari Experiences, learn more HERE Oxalic acid, the varroa mite and me article is HERE What is in the Show Why Paul doesn't bother with Honey Competitions 00:04:12 The National Honey Show in the UK 00:04:35 Beelining with Tom Seeley 00:05:17 Bumble Bees in the UK 00:06:06 Neonicotinoids in England 00:07:51 What got Tracey and Paul Started in Beekeeping 00:10:26 The Beekeeping Associations network is amazing 00:11:25 Tracey runs a Basic Beekeeping Course 00:12:32 The before the Internet Beekeeper 00:14:28 Why people love the Beehive Jive 00:16:01 What transformed the way Paul Keeps Bees 00:16:39 Traceys Angry Bees 00:18:20 Tracey Does Bee Safari Experiences 00:21:38 The second season is when Beekeeping Starts 00:23:05 Tracey has a Bee Gym 00:25:39 How does Paul Treat his Bees? 00:26:40 Did the recent Heatwave effect bees in the UK 00:32:44 Why are Beekeepers Obessed by the weather 00:35:07 Tracey's Queen Buriel process 00:36:18 What does Paul's Handbag have on it 00:42:41 Did Tracey keep bees in Australia? 00:42:49 Whats the greatest challenge facing beekeepers? 00:44:17 Is foul brood still treated in the UK? 00:45:22 Full show notes These notes are a summary of the full show notes. The full show notes includes pictures and more detail information about the show. The full shows are locked for non supporters until the shows has been released to the public. The full show notes are here: http://kiwi.bz/jive Thanks Gary and Margaret kiwimana buzz Beekeeping Show Follow us on Social Media Facebook Pinterest Twitter Learn ways to subscribe HERE to get the next episode the minute it is released. Please Support this podcast

Ron Miksha is a Writer and Beekeeper from Calgary in Canada. Ron has been involved in Beekeeping for many years as a Commercial Beekeeping and educator. He is the author of the Bad Beekeeping book and blog. Here is what you will discover (Now with Times!!!) For your reference we now include times for the conversation points, Some podcast players allow you to click on the times to jump to that section. How Ron got started in Beekeeping 02:56 Ron Goes to University 07:36 How Ron Produced Comb Honey 08:40 Why did Ron Change Careers 12:13 Did the Honey Prices Increase? 13:52 What Excites Ron About Beekeeping 15:08 You can't control the weather 20:27 Calgary is known as cowtown 22:31 The Bad Beekeeping Blog is 21 years old 24:30 What are Blogs about? 26:01 Neonicotinoids causing no issues in Alberta! 26:16 What types of Crops are Grown in Alberta? 28:18 Bee Die off in Ontario 30:14 Why did the Ontario Die off Happen? 32:14 Are Honey Bees harmful to Native Bees 34:03 Native Bees added to Endangered List in Hawaii 36:10 Where does get his ideas for his blog Posts 38:41 Books that influenced Ron 40:50 A Heavy Metal Band was Named after Ron? 45:23 If Ron was a time Traveller - What would he tell his younger self 46:45 Ron Miksha and Neil Bertram Course 49:00 The most common questions Ron's Students Ask is? 51:01 What are Ron's plans for next season 52:47 Resources mentioned in the show Ron's Famous Bad Beekeeping Blog can be found HERE Follow Ron on Twitter HERE Ron's Book “Bad Beekeeping” can be found HERE Fifty Years Among the Bees - by Dr. C. C. Miller - Get it from Phil's Website BioBees.com HERE. Or buy a hard copy HERE The Joys of Beekeeping by Richard Taylor, can be bought from HERE Ron's Wikipedia Page is HERE Miksha the Heavy Metal Band Ron's Beekeeping Business Course - Making Money from Honey Full Show Notes can be found HERE

Dave Goulson is Professor of Biology at Sussex University, founder of the Bumblebee Conservation Trust and has published over 200 scientific articles on the ecology of bees and other insects. His published books include Bumblebees; their behaviour, ecology and conservation (2010, Oxford University Press) and A Sting in the Tale (2013, Jonathan Cape), and A Buzz in the Meadow (2017, Vintage Books. Brigit Strawbridge is a campaigner on behalf of bumblebees and other wild bees and is currently working on her first book.  Our conversation includes ways in which beekeepers can help support other pollinators; the impact of pesticides, habitat loss and diseases on wild bees; the dangers of neonicotinoids, and the current state of bee research. Recorded at Brimpts Farm on Dartmoor during the Moor Meadows conference on July 1st 2017.  

Tom Theobald is a beekeeper from Colorado. Tom has been a long time campaigner against Neonicotinoids and was the president of the Boulder County Beekeepers' Association for over thirty years. Here's What You'll Discover from Tom Boulder County was the leading beekeeping county in state of Colorado What excites Tom about Beekeeping Why did Tom Decide to leave the corporate world behind A new corn seed that contains 24D. more details HERE Neonicotinoids are the most widley used pesticide in history The Windshield Test of Bugs in your area What is conditional registration Clothianidin has never meet the requirements of registration We are confronted with such a hostile environment to life, It doesn't matter how well we do our job as beekeepers We are sending them out to an environment that they cannot survive. Tom Theobald What Was Mentioned A new pesticide going through the approval process flupyradifurone The Worldwide Integrated Assessment report on Systemic Pesticides, you can read it HERE Charles M Benbrook report “Impacts of genetically engineered crops on pesticide use in the U.S. - the first sixteen years” is HERE Our Talk with Dr Henk Tennekes can be found HERE Neonicotinoid pesticides found contaminating streams and rivers throughout Midwest, read more HERE Tom's Bee Culture article, can be found here:- Do We Have a Pesticide Blowout? Tom appears on the The Organic View Podcast weekly Tom's Corner Blog Post, you can find this HERE Full Show Notes can found HERE

This week we are talking to Randy Oliver from California in North America. This is Episode Sixty One of our beekeeping podcast, You can download the podcast directly HERE, or click on the play button above. Feel free to share it with your friends. As we all our interviews the views expressed by our guests are the views of our guests, and don't necessary revert the views of kiwimana. Introduction Randy started as a hobbyist beekeeper in 1967. Then went to study biological sciences, specializing in entomology at University. He uses his Scientific background to investigate current issues facing bees and beekeepers. Randy also writes for the American Bee Journal since 2006 Randy has around 1000 hives that he runs with his two sons in the Grass Valley area of northern California. Randy also runs the popular website Scientific Beekeeping Here's What You Will Learn Randy Oliver does a lot of field trials for companies. He is supported by donations from beekeepers and business's. How Randy got started in Beekeeping with a Diving Mask. What does Randy enjoy about beekeeping The Internet doesn't have any editors Don't give up on a new treatment that you have only use once. Check that you are using it correctly for your conditions. What are Randy's Top three ways to control varroa mites Stay away from the CheckMite treatment, it's nasty stuff. Does America have a true Varroa resistant bee yet? How Randy keeps his combs fresh Randy's thoughts on what causes ‘CCD' Randy's thoughts about neonicotinoid pesticides According to Randy, Why is the Anti-GMO movement misguided Randy's plans for next season What Was Mentioned Randy's Favorite book “Beekeeping Tips and Topics by Elbert R. Jaycox” Francis Saucy: Study small cell beekeeping incorrectly in the Journal of Apiculture Research 2014, can be found HERE UC Davis report on GMO Livestock can be found HERE New Zealand story about Cow Deaths Linked to Swedes Working group has since been setup to investigate cow deaths, more info HERE Further Listening In January The organic view hosted a discussion between Randy Oliver and Walter Haefeker “President of the European Professional Beekeepers Association” on the topic of Neonicotinoids. This is well worth a listen:- A Discussion About Neonicotinoids And Bee Losses

Hi this is Episode fifty two of our beekeeping podcast, This week we are talking to Dr. Henk Tennekes from the Netherlands about Neonicotinoids. Full Show Notes are available HERE

A show where we talk about Beekeeping, gardening and life.   The eighth podcast from the team at Kiwimana HQ. This month we discuss neonicotinoids, NZ Honey failing tests and Alternative varroa treatments. Full Show Notes at:- The Kiwimana Buzz Podcast #8 – Building a Better Bee