More information: Carolina Honert et al, Exposure of insects to current use pesticide residues in soil and vegetation along spatial and temporal distribution in agricultural sites, Scientific ...

(Beyond Pesticides, May 9, 2025) Research in Advances in Modern Agriculture showcases how pesticide residues can threaten the health of soil nematodes and cause phytotoxic effects in cucumber plants.

Previous studies showed that pesticides on crops can either attract or repel bees, depending on the type, the environmental situation and the concentration used. Raine and Rondeau initially speculated ...

Pesticides, which are chemicals used to protect crops from pests, weeds, and diseases, have been instrumental in increasing crop yields and ensuring food security.

Raine and Rondeau initially speculated that bumblebee queens would simply choose to avoid pesticide residues in soil. "We were not expecting this result," Rondeau says.

"Our findings show that over 70% of wild bee species, which are crucial for pollinating our food crops, face significant risks from pesticide residues in soil - a threat current regulations ...

With rising consumer demand for safe, high-quality food and increasing pressure on natural systems, the upcoming Mitigating Pesticide Residue for Food Safety event brings together scientists, ...

In districts like Bathinda, Mansa, and Ludhiana, up to 60 per cent of farm soil samples are infested with toxic pesticide residues—including the deadly chemicals endosulfan and carbofuran—at ...

An “alarming” discovery from University of Guelph researchers raises concerns for bumblebee health, survival and reproduction. U of G environmental sciences researchers Drs. Nigel Raine and Sabrina ...