Neonicotinoids and honeybees

摘要

On November 12, the EPA hosted a White House pollinator health task force (PHTF) listening session on pollinator protection, or honeybee protection, an issue that has received elevated attention in agricultural and environmental circles. Amidst the oftentimes emotional debate, activist groups have targeted a class of pesticides known as neonicotinoids as the primary reason for declining bee health.