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Court of Justice of the EU back EU decision to restrict neonicotinoids in 2013, based on the precautionary principle
Brussels 6 May 2021
Court of Justice of the EU back EU decision to restrict neonicotinoids in 2013, based on the precautionary principle
Today, the European Court of Justice has confirmed that the European Commission was entitled to ban the use of neonics on bee-attractive crops in 2013, in its jugement[1] on the appeal case opposing Bayer to the European Commission. The Luxembourg-based institution backed the use of the precautionary principle and that, even in case of uncertainty, the European Commission was entitled to make such restrictions.
Webinar "Hazardous Pesticides and EU's double standards"
On September 29th, 14:30-16:30 the online parliamentary event on "Hazardous Pesticides and EU's double standards" took place, hosted by MEP Eric Andrieu (S&D), MEP Anja Hazenkamp (GUE/NGL) and MEP Michèle Rivasi (Greens/EFA), and organised by PAN Europe and Public Eye.
8th Symposium in Slovakia : Registration is open !
[For safety reasons regarding the Covid-19 spreading, our symposium is postponed until September 28th]
7th ANNUAL SYMPOSIUM – REGISTRATION IS OPEN
On this occasion, scientific knowledge and practical testimonies will be presented to feed the debate on how European policies could help accelerate the necessary ecological transition towards a safe and environmentally-sound agriculture.
CAP reform and EU’s dependency on pesticides
The CAP reform will not be able to reduce EU’s dependency on pesticides, but the battle is still only at the beginning.
Time to act - Diabrotica and Crop Rotation
Time for the EU to show leadership on the concept of smart, inclusive and sustainable growth. The Case of Corn Rootworm Borer.
