Ortho is part of the Miracle-Gro family. The company says it decided to phase out neonics from its home and garden products after reviewing possible threats posed to bees and other pollinators.
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Southeast residents want public input on state roadside spraying
A bill that seeks to restore some public comment opportunity for herbicides spraying along state highways had its first hearing in a House committee this month.
Europe Bans Pesticides In Move To Protect Honey Bees
Three popular pesticides will soon be illegal in the European Union, where officials hope the change helps restore populations of honey bees, vital to crop production, to healthy levels. The new ban will be enacted in December.
Agencies no longer need permit to use herbicides, pesticides on state lands
State agencies no longer need a Department of Environmental Conservation permit to use herbicides and pesticides on state property and rights of way.