A University of Minnesota scientist is examining potential side effects of the urban use of a popular family of insecticides. The insecticide is widely used on lawns and gardens and is an effective ...

The pesticide, dimethyl tetrachloroterephthalate, is used to control weeds on crops like broccoli and brussels sprouts.

(Beyond Pesticides, July 18, 2024) A recent study in The Journal of Toxicological Sciences shows that a single dose of the neonicotinoid insecticide clothianidin (CLO) induces behavioral abnormalities ...

(Beyond Pesticides, January 27, 2026) A three-part study published in Molecular Neurodegeneration draws a connection between Parkinson’s disease (PD) and the organophosphate chlorpyrifos. “Since ...

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Farmers across America face a counterintuitive problem, according to new research. The very chemicals they spray to kill insect pests might be inadvertently helping weeds ...

Although pesticides can rid your home of cockroaches or farm fields of unwanted insects, they also can harm fish and potentially even people, according to a new study from Oregon State University. At ...

Share on Pinterest Environmental pesticide exposure due to industrial agriculture may potentially increase the risk of cancer as much as smoking, a new study suggests. ArtMarie/Getty Images ...

A new study published by the Environmental Working Group highlights that your food choices may be increasing the pesticide ...