They call this simplification - getting rid of burdensome bureaucracy as if this is a really good thing
when if fact they are getting rid of our Bees and insects by making it easier for pesticide use
They have go rid of 75% of our insects
Now they are going after last 25%
@dougparr.bsky.socialDocuments obtained by Freedom of Information requests show that parts of the 'simplification drive' have ended up closely reflecting the demands of fertiliser & chemical companies to roll back environmental & health safeguards
Insects in EU have declined 75% in 3 decades
www.ft.com/content/3c86...
ft.com
Chemical groups succeed in watering down EU pesticide rules
European Commission and leading MEPs side with industry demands for laxer standards