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UK Pesticide Ban: A Partial Victory for Bees?

The UK government is banning many neonicotinoid pesticides known for harming bee populations and ecosystems.

Despite this, a powerful pesticide called Cruiser SB may still get a permit, causing considerable controversy.

Cruiser SB's toxicity is alarming; even small amounts severely disrupt bees' nervous systems and foraging abilities.

Environmental groups are pushing for a complete ban, arguing that partial measures might prove utterly insufficient.

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Original: The Guardian (Science)

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#bee health #pesticides #neonicotinoids #environmental protection #UK policy

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