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    <title>BBKA Statement on recent bee losses in Germany</title>
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Members of the BBKA Executive note with concern the recent devastating bee losses in Germany and elsewhere, which appear to be linked with pesticide use.
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    <pubDate>Fri, 30 May 2008 13:46:12 UT</pubDate>
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    <title>BBKA policy on product endorsement</title>
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The BBKA, with the full knowledge of its membership, has for many years engaged positively with agro-chemical manufacturers in the interest of achieving responsible use of chemicals and pesticides where bees are concerned.
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    <title>Seed Treatments and Bees</title>
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In respect of the current concerns about the threat of seed treatments for maize to bees, the Pesticides Safety Directorate has advised as follows.
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    <pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2008 21:36:56 UT</pubDate>
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    <dc:creator>Steven Turner</dc:creator>

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    <title>BBKA Endorsements</title>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 25 May 2008 13:30:31 UT</pubDate>
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    <title>Response to launch of DEFRA’S Bee Health Strategy Consultation</title>
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The British Beekeepers’ Association (BBKA) welcomes the publication of DEFRA’s draft Bee Health Strategy consultation document, launched today by Lord Rooker at the Ormskirk Beekeepers Association’s apiary.
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    <pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2008 20:23:32 UT</pubDate>
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    <title>Policy Statement On Genetically Modified Crops (GMOs)</title>
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The British Beekeepers&apos; Association, at its October 9th Forum meeting of members deplored the situation that has arisen regarding the widespread introduction of GM trial sites without due consideration being given to the ethical and environmental impact that could arise through these trials.
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    <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jan 2008 14:13:56 UT</pubDate>
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