Per Jerry Marks: Neonicotinoids are newer class of insecticides. In our area they are used in the ornamental industry for wood boring insects and some other tree insects. Some of the statements in the bill did not seen accurate in particular that they have a high impact on honey bees. We asked Cam Lay who manages the apiary program for the Montana Department of Agriculture for his input which follows. It confirms our concern. Missoula County should oppose.
Per Jerry Marks: Neonicotinoids are newer class of insecticides. In our area they are used in the ornamental industry for wood boring insects and some other tree insects. Some of the statements in the bill did not seen accurate in particular that they have a high impact on honey bees. We asked Cam Lay who manages the apiary program for the Montana Department of Agriculture for his input which follows. It confirms our concern. Missoula County should oppose.
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