The extent and rate of insect declines are much discussed, and with the recent Call for Evidence on veterinary medicines containing fipronil or imidacloprid making global headlines, this talk is highly relevant and not one to miss.

Dave will focus on one driver of insect declines – our use of pesticides. He will highlight the global extent of pesticide use, but with a particular focus on use in gardens and as flea and tick treatments on domestic pets. He will explain the latest evidence that these uses are resulting in widespread contamination of rivers with potent insecticides.

The talk will be chaired by one of the RES Trustees or Events Committee.