Glacier FarmMedia — Health Canada is expected to make a decision on neonicotinoid insecticides in about six months. Federal scientists have studied neonics and their potential impact on aquatic insects […] Read more
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Health Canada said it now has further information to consider in making its decision
The federal agency is reviewing new evidence compiled by Agriculture Canada and expects an ‘update’ in January
There will be less requirement for regular renewals of risk assessment processes
The research, conducted in Ontario, says the insecticide suppresses appetite, disrupting migration
Health Canada ruling yet to come on safety for aquatic insects
Locusts in wind tunnels exposed to neonics lost their ability to move themselves where they wanted