Food allergies reach epidemic levels in the United States
Food allergies are afflicting 15 million Americans. While the causes are now becoming clearer, researchers are working hard to find solutions.
Glyphosate, Europe defers the decision on whether to license it or not
The vote on the renewal of the license to use glyphosate in Europe has been postponed thanks to the pressure of political parties and civil society. But it’s too early to call it a victory.
Stop glyphosate, the European associations launch a petition to ban the weed killer
Stop glyphosate before it’s too late. A group of associations has launched a petition to ask the European Commission to refuse the authorisation for using the weed killer.
GM soy, the European Parliament asks the Commision to oppose three import authorisations
To prevent the risks of glyphosate, a carcinogenic herbicide used in transgenic crops, the European Parliament opposes the import of three GM soybeans.
The human cost of agrotoxins. How glyphosate is killing Argentina
An emerging Argentinian photographer has realised a daring photo feature. Like David against Goliath, his enemies are glyphosate and the Monsanto Company.
Herbicides are enemies of dogs, study shows
Chemicals people use to treat lawns and kill unwanted weeds can harm your pets.
The committee of environmental associations says no to glyphosate
Weed killer glyohosate is harmful for the health and environment: the Committee of Environmental Associations and Organic Farming asks the Italian Government to banish it.
Neil Young: his new album against Monsanto
The Monsanto Years is set to be released on 16 June. Neil Young will sing his protest against the agrochemical biotechnologies giant.
9 foods to always be bought organic
Some foods, more than others, are worth buying organic, since their “conventional” version may contain pesticides and have a higher environmental impact.
The disappearance of the monarch butterfly
The monarch butterfly is becoming ever rarer in North America. According to scientific research, Monsanto’s herbicide Roundup is largely responsible.