Michael Tremblay
Project
Quantify exposure related to pesticide residues in the pollen and nectar of wild and cultivated plants for native pollinators.This project aims to quantify pesticide’s residues in the pollen and nectar of wildflowers bordering fields, as well as flowers from different crops practiced in Quebec, including cranberries, apples, and squash. These data will help evaluate the possibility of predicting pesticide concentrations in nectar based on those detected in pollen, which could facilitate risk assessment for pollinators. Furthermore, in order to minimize their exposure, a safe distance between pesticide application points and wild plants will be determined to guide farmers in their agricultural practices.
