About Us

Neonicotinoids, or neonics, are widely used pesticides in agricultural and urban environments. They can be used in a variety of ways, such as seed treatments, soil treatments, foliar sprays, and topical applications. Neonics impact a wide range of insects and other invertebrates, while initially considered less toxic to to humans and other mammals than the insecticides they replaced. Recent research has shown that neonics have spread throughout our environment beyond their area of application, impacting ecosystems and raising concerns about possible health impacts.The goal of the WI Neonic Workgroup is to support effective decision-making on-neonic use by educating consumers fostering collaboration among researchers, conservation groups, agricultural operators and professionals, and the general public.

Educational Resources

If you want to learn more about neonicotinoids, looking for presentations or fact sheets to share with your community, or you want to inform your own presentations check out the resources below.