Global pesticide harm to wildlife rises, insects most affected

theguardian.com

Pesticide harm to wildlife is increasing globally, with insects most affected. A study found toxicity rose for most species groups between 2013 and 2019, impacting insects by 42.9% and soil organisms by 30.8%. This trend contradicts UN goals to halve pesticide risks by 2030, with only Chile on track.


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