| Not necessarily. And here's why I say it. Systemics typically exhibit themselves in the sap and plant juices. Poison Ivy sap is highly toxic, yet the nectar of the plant, when bees slurp on the tiny flowers, is harmless. On the other hand, the use of systemics is taking out a huge number of insects and bees. Just not necessarily nectar or pollen. Recent analysis of pollen shows a lot of contamination, including pesticides. The soup of other chemicals found suggest the pollen on the flowers is being tainted by airborne chemicals including sprayed pesticides. |