Studies outline neonicotinoid risk to bees
On April 22, 2015, two studies related to this class of chemical’s impact on bees were published in the journal Nature.
EPA releases new fracking chemical database
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently released a report of more than 700 chemicals used in the hydraulic fracturing or fracking.
What is dicofol?
Dicofol is an organochlorine pesticide that’s effective against mites, but controversial because of its environmental impact.
How much do you know about diethylstilbestrol?
DES was used for about 30 years until doctors began finding out that it caused far more negative side effects than benefits.
Growers stopped in Colorado for improper pesticide use
Sales on some types of marijuana have been halted by Colorado authorities over fears that pesticides were not used as directed, according to The Denver Post.
Researchers develop global warming-resistant beans
Learn about the new breeds of high heat-resistant beans.
Study: Insecticides can increase slug damage to crops
When farmers use pesticides they’re trying to protect their crops from the pests that can ruin a harvest and year’s worth of work.
The chemistry that keeps your pistons pumping
The chemistry behind why ZDDP turns into the tribofilm that coats these engine surfaces has long been kept unknown, until now.
Biodegradable plastic not as degradable as advertised
According to a new study from Michigan State University scientists, plastics that are engineered to degrade don’t breakdown as expected.
Chocolate in danger due to demand, pests
Almost everybody loves chocolate, but that may be a problem.
