# French beekeepers outraged after pesticide ban is lifted

French beekeepers have expressed fury over the government's decision to lift a ban on certain pesticides, calling the move "scandalous, irrational and irresponsible." The beekeepers argue the reversal threatens bee populations essential for pollination and food production. This decision comes amid global concerns over declining insect biodiversity.

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## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/26/french-beekeepers-fury-lifting-of-pesticides-ban) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:03 GMT