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24 June 2022 Silent Death

EU wants to cut pesticide use – but will it give itself the tools to measure it?

By Sigrid Melchior

Away from the landmark pesticides regulation on reducing use, it is hoped another law will finally give the EU a full view of pesticides data across Europe. Read more "EU wants to cut pesticide use – but will it give itself the tools to measure it?"

24 June 2022 Silent Death

Anika Gatt Seretny, CropLife Europe: “Mandatory reduction targets are not realistic”

By Sigrid Melchior

The trade association argues that EU proposals will be difficult to achieve and fears industry is being left in the dark. Read more "Anika Gatt Seretny, CropLife Europe: “Mandatory reduction targets are not realistic”"

24 June 2022 Silent Death

Why care about pesticides? Your questions answered

By Joanna Kopacka, Manuel Rico and Ingeborg Eliassen

Agriculture depends heavily on pesticides, but how long can the model last? Here, we try to answer some of the key questions on pesticide use, biodiversity loss, food security and lobby power. Read more "Why care about pesticides? Your questions answered"

24 June 2022 Silent Death

Silent Death – Europe’s deep-rooted pesticide problem and a biodiversity crisis

By Investigate Europe

Europe is stuck in a toxic relationship. For decades, farmers have relied on chemicals to produce the food that feeds the continent. The perils of pesticides are widely known, but their use remains largely unchecked. As a biodiversity crisis unfolds, can Europe address its silent pesticide problem? Read more "Silent Death – Europe’s deep-rooted pesticide problem and a biodiversity crisis"

24 June 2022 Silent Death

In Brussels, the multi-billion euro pesticide business is everywhere

By Attila Kálmán and Paulo Pena

The deep-pocketed pesticide lobby is working hard to alter opinions and influence EU policies. Read more "In Brussels, the multi-billion euro pesticide business is everywhere"

Sjefen for EUs grønne skifte: «Gjør vi ikke noe nå, risikerer vi matkrise i Europa»

23 June 2022
Dagsavisen, Norway