Pesticide
The Pukekohe company creating world-class green pesticides
New Zealand could lead the world in developing biological pesticides, according to plant pathologist Stephen Ford. China has named Ecolibrium Biologicals – which he founded – one of the top ten… Audio
1080 campaign turns toxic
Experts insist 1080 is by far the best option to save native species and that science backs them up. How can the media report responsibly on opponents’ noisy protests, social media growth and… Video, Audio
Appeal likely in pesticide lawsuit on Kauai in Hawaii
A judge has ruled in favour this month of an agribusiness pesticide operation after a group of locals on the Hawaiian island of Kauai filed a lawsuit citing environmental concerns. Audio
Research shows pesticide damage to bees
Just-released research has confirmed that pesticides containing neonicotinoids are harmful to bees. Meriel Watts is the coordinator of the Pesticide Action Network says the results are a wake up call… Audio
More pesticides research needed - bee scientist
Research showing a pesticide called chlorpyrifos could threaten honeybees is unsurprising and shows a need for wider research, a honeybee scientists says.
Probable carcinogenic pesticide not yet banned in NZ
A chemical the World Health Organisation considers 'probably carcinogenic' will continue to be used in New Zealand, despite calls for a ban. Audio
Wasp Bait - Richard Toft
Our next guest has been working hard to take the sting out of this summer. Nelson-based insect ecologist, Richard Toft, has developed a protein-based wasp pesticide. Vespex has been on trial in the… Audio
EPA to decide if pesticide is allowed
The Environment Protection Authority is deciding whether a new pesticide, which could be harmful to bees, can be used in New Zealand. Audio
Father calls for Thailand to change pesticide practices
The father of a New Zealand woman who died in Chiang Mai of suspected pesticide poisoning wants international pressure on Thailand to stop using dangerous chemicals. Audio