In court, the Government Commissioner to the State Council has
demanded that the Minister of Agriculture reconsiders the demand made by
French beekeepers, for the removal of the permit allowing the sale of
Gaucho (except for use on Beet). Taking into account the evidence that
supports the beekeepers case and the associated scientific evidence now
known.

This is an extremely important victory for the beekeepers. Final
decision to be taken in a few weeks.

This is allied to other news that was presented several days ago (
Questions relating to how the molecule Imidaclopride is possibly
affecting other non targeted organisms)

See:

http://www.larecherche.fr/environnement/n020916154156.ubcpkesc.html

Shall keep you informed on this topic that has been worked on in the
quiet backwaters during several months.

Regards
Peter