Pesticides18 Dec 2025New pesticides policy 'downplays the health risks'A campaigner says the policy should include references to links between pesticides and cancer.18 Dec 20259 Sep 2025Butterfly species fail to surge despite hot summerAn annual butterfly survey shows mixed results for species after a record low count in 2024.9 Sep 20254 Mar 2025Plans to cut weedkiller use over safety concernsGlyphosate, is used by South Kesteven District Council (SKDC) to treat weeds on hard surfaces.4 Mar 20254 Feb 2025'Forever chemicals' used on Jersey's potato cropsThe environment minister says the discovery is a shock to him and those in the agriculture industry.4 Feb 202510 Jan 2025Weed resistant to key herbicide found in UK Scientists say glyphosate was not effective on Italian ryegrass in multiple fields on a Kent farm.10 Jan 202521 Dec 2024Bee-harming pesticides' emergency approvals to endPlanned legal changes will see three neonicotinoid pesticides completely banned from any future use.21 Dec 20242 Dec 2024Bee-harming pesticides found in majority of English waterwaysThe chemicals can harm insects and marine wildlife, environmental charities warn.2 Dec 202431 Oct 2024Plea to end use of glyphosate weed killerThe Green Party asks Cumberland Council to begin phasing out the use of glyphosate.31 Oct 20245 Oct 2024Month-long amnesty to dispose of pesticidesGrowers are being urged to dispose of unwanted pesticides to help improve the environment.5 Oct 2024...
