As a science-based organization, the Xerces Society produces dozens of publications annually, all of which employ the best available research to guide effective conservation efforts. Our publications range from guidelines for land managers, to brochures offering overviews of key concepts related to invertebrate conservation, from books about supporting pollinators in farmland, to region-specific plant lists. We hope that whatever you are seeking—whether it's guidance on making a home or community garden pollinator-friendly, advice on developing a local pesticide reduction strategy, or detailed information on restoring habitat—you will find it here!
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"On behalf of our millions of members and supporters, the undersigned organizations and companies are writing to urge you to protect pollinators in the next Farm Bill."
Releasing lady beetles for biological control may seem beneficial, however this practice harms native lady beetles at collection sites, may harm local populations at release sites, and has been shown to not be effective at helping control local pest species.
"We, the undersigned scientists, are writing to express our concerns about neonicotinoid contamination in surface waters. Many studies have now identified significant risks that neonicotinoids pose to terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. We are bringing this issue to the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (CDPR) because imidacloprid is already found in California waterways at levels that exceed the freshwater invertebrate aquatic life benchmarks and could harm or kill many sensitive aquatic invertebrate species."
Senator Jeff Merkely (D-OR) led an effort to support pollinators and beneficial insects in the new Farm Bill.
Monarch Butterflies: Xerces Society Policy on Butterfly Releases
for Pollinators and Beneficial Insects
The plants on this list are recommended for use in pollinator habitat restoration and enhancement projects in agricultural landscapes in the California Southern Coast Region.
for Pollinators and Beneficial Insects
The plants on this list are recommended for use in pollinator habitat restoration and enhancement projects in agricultural landscapes in the California Central Valley Region.
