Research finds almond tree fungicide harmful to bees
"Given that these fungicides may be applied when honey bees are present in almond orchards, our findings suggest that bees may face significant danger from chemical applications even when responsibly applied," Dr. Juliana Rangel, assistant professor of apiculture in Texas A&M's entomology department, said in a news release.
"Our results may help to encourage discussions on altering spraying regimes or perhaps finding different ways to apply chemicals in such a manner that takes the biology and behavior of pollinators into account," added Adrian Fisher II, a doctoral student in Rangel's lab.
source: upi.com
