Why monoculture farming practices harm bees
Bees are essential to agriculture. But the way we grow food is putting bees at risk. Moving away from monoculture farming can be part of the solution.
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MASSPIRG calls for action on pending bills
With just a few weeks left in this legislative session, MASSPIRG calls for adoption of important bills which have all made significant progress towards passage, and enjoy overwhelming support.
State-funded study confirms “neonics” pesticides harmful to pollinators
BOSTON -- A coalition of beekeepers, public health, farming and agriculture and environmental organizations praised the findings of a recent report issued by the Massachusetts Department of Agriculture (MDAR). With this week being National Pollinator Week, the 24 groups also aptly called on the department to take immediate action to protect bees.
