Despite What You've Heard, Pollinators Are Not OK...
A Letter and Membership Request From PSC President Steve Ellis Recent headlines have raised the hope that the “bee problem” is behind us...
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Jul 22 min read
New Research Shows Link Between Pesticide Exposure and Varroa Mite Load in Honeybees
A new study released the Journal of Insect Science shows that neonicotinoid exposure worsens varroa mite infestations in honeybees.
Jun 202 min read
Pesticide News
Pollinator News updates on cicadas, flupyradifurone, and bumblebees not being able to detect pesticides in sugar solutions.
Jun 101 min read
Join Us For Ask An Expert
In honor of National Pollinator Month, the Pollinator Stewardship Council presents "Ask An Expert: Commercial Beekeepers Answer Your Pressin
Jun 41 min read
States Take Action to Protect Pollinators in 2024
Across the United States, a wave of legislative action is sweeping through 22 states in a concerted effort to safeguard pollinator species.
May 231 min read
Consumer Reports Analyzes USDA Data to Determine Risk of Pesticides on Food
Consumer Reports recently analysis yet on pesticide residues, examining 59 types of fruits and vegetables in the U.S.
May 221 min read
Advocacy Call To Action - Submit EPA Comments
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a plan to ban the use of acephate, a widely-used pesticide.
May 151 min read
Washington State Joins The Growing Movement To Remove Neonics From Use
Senate Bill 5972 aimed at banning the domestic outdoor use of neonicotinoid pesticides.
May 81 min read
Slow Mow Spring
Halt lawn mowing during May to allow early-spring flowers like dandelions and clover to bloom, providing essential food for pollinators.
Apr 192 min read
Earth Day Reflections on Pollinator Protections
We revisit our role as stewards of the environment, it is important to consider our approach to pest management.
Apr 171 min read
Advocacy Update - EPA Registration of Neonicotinoids
We appreciate the help of everyone who submitted comments to the EPA on the Petition Seeking Rulemaking for Registration of Neonicotinoid...
Apr 113 min read
In Support of Farmers
Pollinators are indispensable allies in agricultural production, facilitating the reproduction of flowering plants by transferring pollen...
Mar 141 min read
PSC Victory - Bee-Killing Insecticide Sulfoxaflor To Remain Off Shelves in California
In an unpublished opinion last week, the California Court of Appeal dismissed appeals of a 2021 decision tossing out California’s approval o
Mar 82 min read
PSC Advocacy Efforts Lead USGA To Save Its Pesticide Map
PSC Advocacy Efforts Lead USGA To Save Its Pesticide Map
Feb 222 min read
Advocacy Update- PSC Comment Letter to the EPA
At the end of January, the Pollinator Stewardship Council (PSC) submitted a comment letter to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)...
Feb 11 min read
Vermont Considers Neonics Ban
New research in Vermont about bee exposure to neonicotinoids is paving the way to ban the pesticides altogether. For several years,...
Jan 252 min read
Action Alert- Submit A Public Comment
Please submit a public comment on the important 65-NGO Petition to EPA, which provides feedback on neonics. Neonicotinoids are...
Jan 241 min read
New York State Bans Neonics
New York State has recently passed the "Birds and Bees" Act, which aims to protect pollinators, as well as residents and wildlife, by...
Jan 111 min read
California Almond Pollination Season is Here
Honey bees are preparing for their largest task of the year - the pollination of California's almond trees! Almond trees rely on honey...
Jan 61 min read
PSC At Hive Life
PSC participated in Hive Life, a yearly beekeeper conference and trade show that took place January 4-6 in Sevierville, Tennessee. Our...
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