Pesticides are a class of chemicals or biological agent with properties designed to deter, kill, incapacitate, or otherwise limit damage by a pest. most pesticides are used to protect plants by targeting weeds, plant pathogens, insects, nematodes, or other damaging organisms. Pesticides use is widespread in modern agriculture and can be applied in many forms. The use of pesticides must follow label instructions and misuse can harm or kill a variety of non-target organisms.
Mitigating damage of pesticide use to honey bees is the responsibility of all parties involved and requires concerted effort to minimize the risk, especially If bees are kept in agricultural areas. The following articles will help you understand and limit the risk of honey bees to pesticide exposure.
- Neonicotinoid Seed Treatment and Honey Bee Health
- Pesticides and Their Involvement in Colony Collapse Disorder
- Pesticides Applied to Crops and Honey Bee Toxicity
- Protecting Honey Bees During Corn and Soybean Planting Season
- Miticide and Fungicide Interactions
- Assessing the Risks of Honey Bee Exposure to Pesticides