#Europe! Over 80% of the soil samples contained pesticide residues! From #glyphosate to DDT! ❗❗ Pesticide use is a major foundation of the agricultural intensification observed over the last few decades. As a result, soil contamination by pesticide residues has become an issue of increasing concern due to some pesticides' high soil persistence and toxicity to non-target species.❗❗ In the European Union (EU), there are almost 500 active substances approved for use in pesticides, with annual sales

20 reactions | The EU just banned yet another neonicotinoid pesticide: thiacloprid, which has been linked to weakened immune systems and impaired reproduction in bees and bumblebees. In the US, the EPA continues to allow farmers to treat crops with thiacloprid and other neonicotinoids the EU banned nearly two years ago. Help save bees from extinction - sign our petition now DEMANDING the EPA restrict these toxic pesticides! | Environmental Working Group | Facebook