Complain for the Moselle Apollo: Protection against dangerous sprays!
Complain for the Moselle Apollo: Protection against dangerous sprays!
On January 14, 2025, there are important topics in Rhineland-Palatinate on the agenda, which affect both environmental protection and legal disputes. Conservationists have sued the country to ensure the protection of the endangered Moselle Apollo. The moth, which is one of the rarest butterflies in Germany, is very endangered. In particular, the special permits that winners allow to make pesticides using a helicopter in the steep slopes of the Moselle are criticized. these approvals potentially the habitat of the habitat Moselle Apollofalter could harm.
In addition to this lawsuit, a suspected escape helper must also be responsible for today in front of the Landau District Court. He is accused of transporting a convicted murderer from Germersheim to Poland after his escape. Meanwhile, the Bundesliga club Mainz 05 will play against Bayer Leverkusen tonight. Trainer Bo Henriksen could do without the battered players Jonathan Burkardt and Paul Nebel.
environmental protection and viticulture in conflict
The lawsuit against the state of Rhineland-Palatinate is supported by the German Environmental Aid and a butterfly protection association. They call for a ban on helicopter sprays, as they could endanger the habitat of the Moselle Apollo by drifting the spray. SWR emphasizes that The Moselle-Apollofalter in the steep slopes of the Moselle has larger stocks, but lives in an extremely protective living space is preserved by viticulture. The plaintiffs argue that the measures for plant protection use should be regulated more strictly.
The Federal Office for Consumer Protection and Food Safety (BVL) already granted permits for the use of fungicides in the wine regions in March 2024, without taking into account the necessary application provisions for the protection of the motholes. This decision contradicts the recommendations of the Federal Environment Agency, which indicates the high toxicity of the funds used. Environmental Federal Agency is concerned about the losses of habitats and climate change , which have contributed to the threatening situation of the Moselle Apollo.
forest condition and traffic reports
In parallel to these events, the forest state report for Rhineland-Palatinate shows alarming numbers: over 50% of the trees have significant damage, a maximum value for 40 years. The oaks are particularly affected. Traffic reports are also pointed out on smooth roads, which stimulates careful driving.Although the planned medical strike at municipal clinics has been canceled for the time being, a wage increase of 8.5% is negotiated. The Ludwigshafen city councilors also voted for geothermal examinations, which enables BASF to start a deep geothermal project in February. At the political level, Rhineland-Palatinate also plans a reform of the financing of refugee costs for municipalities.
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