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Government by Neglect. Manitoba Plays "Ostrich" Over Neonicotinoids.

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by Larry Powell In the face of fierce, even ugly opposition from the head of "CropLife" Canada, Ted Menzies, t he Government of Ontario is doing the right thing.  Ontario's Liberal government has moved to restrict the use of "CropLife's" bee-killing insecticides known as neonicotinoids, or "neonics." The NDP government of Manitoba, on the other hand - one which often likes to cloak itself in a "green" mantle of environmentalism - is remaining silent. It has done nothing to curb their unlimited use. It doesn't even have the guts to admit it. Over two months ago, I emailed these two ministers (environment and agriculture, respectively),  to ask if they may take action similar to Ontario's.                                             At the time of this posting, I've had no response!    Government by neglect!

Fracking Linked to Earthquake in Alberta, Canada - Possibly the Largest of its Kind - Ever.

CBC News Alberta's energy regulator fingers hydraulic fracturing as likely cause of 'quake. Story here.

Lies, Damn Lies and the "F" Word. (Video)

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Related: " Free Trade: Path to Prosperity - or Back Road to Corporatism? "

Bee Decline Could Cause Malnutrition In Developing Countries - Study.

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ClimateProgress Residents of developing nations may soon be struggling with yet another challenge -malnutrition fueled by the decline of pollinators around the world. Details here. Bumblebees on chives. PinP photo.

Why Is the 'Climate President' Approving More Oil Drilling?

Common Dreams Something doesn't compute here. Story here.

More Than Half of Africa’s Arable Land ‘Too Damaged’ for Food Production

INTER PRESS SERVICE A report by the Montpellier Panel – an eminent group of agriculture, ecology and trade experts from Africa and Europe – says about 65 percent of Africa’s arable land is too damaged to sustain viable food production. Story here.