World Bee Day: What Does the Commission Do on Neonicotinoids?
Bees pollinate around 80% of crops & wild plants in Europe. They are crucial for biodiversity, food production & the environment. The European Commission has banned the outdoor uses of neonicotinoid pesticides as they are harmful to bees.
Xylella Update from EFSA: Still No Cure, Control Measures Crucial
EFSA’s Plant Health Panel (PLH) used computer modelling to simulate how Xylella fastidiosa spreads across short and long distances under different conditions. The modelling showed the importance of implementing the control measures specified by the European Commission to prevent further spread and even eradicate outbreaks.