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Scotland’s BSE case is a reminder that many more may be out there

30 October 2018

A case of classical BSE was confirmed in Scotland this month. While the disease seems to be on the wane in the UK, many cases worldwide may be going undetected
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Neonicotinoid pesticides found in honey from every continent

5 October 2017

The discovery of neonicotinoid pesticides in honey means pollinating insects like bees regularly eat dangerous amounts of the pesticides

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