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Study Reveals Pesticides Threaten 800 Species, Urges Farming Shift

2/13/2025

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A groundbreaking study by an international team, featuring UKCEH and the University of Sussex, uncovers the alarming impact of pesticides on over 800 species, exacerbating the biodiversity crisis. The findings urge a shift towards reduced pesticide use and innovative farming practices like regenerative agriculture, crucial for safeguarding ecosystems while ensuring food security.

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A groundbreaking study by an international team, featuring UKCEH and the University of Sussex, uncovers the alarming impact of pesticides on over 800 species, exacerbating the biodiversity crisis. The findings urge a shift towards reduced pesticide use and innovative farming practices like regenerative agriculture, crucial for safeguarding ecosystems while ensuring food security.