Pesticide Sulfoxaflor Disrupts Bumblebee Reproduction by Altering Gene Activity

Researchers found that low-dose exposure to the pesticide sulfoxaflor alters gene activity in bumblebees, particularly in tissues involved in reproduction, raising concerns about long-term population impacts. Pollinators are responsible for roughly one-third of global food production. The findings highlight the urgent need to balance pest control with pollinator protection.

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