Belgium. Neonicotinoids: These pesticides are authorized in Belgium but somewhat shunned in Wallonia.

Despite their authorization in Belgium, neonicotinoids are rarely used in Wallonia, where organic farming is on the rise. Organic market gardeners denounce their impact on biodiversity and advocate a model free from chemical inputs, which is out of step with national trends.
In Belgium, neonicotinoids are not banned. These insecticides, highly controversial for their harmful effects on pollinators and surrounding wildlife, still benefit from marketing authorizations. However, in the field, their use remains very mixed depending on the region. In Wallonia, producers engaged in organic farming are turning away from them...
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