Post written by Friends of the Earth . What if you found out the wheat in your bread, pasta, and cereal was genetically engineered and sprayed with a TOXIC herbicide?  This could soon become our reality if we don’t act. A new kind of genetically engineered (GMO) wheat was just approved in the U.S., and we need to stop it before it enters our food system. This new GMO wheat – called HB4 – is engineered to tolerate glufosinate, a highly toxic herbicide banned in the European Un

Join PPAN on March 19th at 12pm via Zoom to discover how Colorado’s native plants can nourish both people and pollinators! Join PPAN on March 19th at 12pm via Zoom to discover how Colorado’s native plants can nourish both people and pollinators! REGISTER HERE! In this webinar, we’ll dive into Colorado-native plants you can eat, why they matter for local ecosystems, and how to grow vegetables in ways that actively support pollinators. Participants will gain region-specific gui

Check out this webinar from the Seed We Need Coalition, NRDC, the Pueblo County Beekeepers Association, and PPAN on Bee Survival Struggles: The Role of Neonics . This webinar features Judy Wu-Smart from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Judy Wu-Smart has degrees in Zoology and Entomology, and she has researched the effects of pesticide residue accumulation in brood comb on honey bee health. Her PhD research examined the effects of systemic neonicotinoid insecticides on hon

Hi there, changemakers. The "Strengthening Economic and Environmental Decisions" (SEED) Act—SB26-065—needs your help today. The CO Senate Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee will vote this Thursday (2/26) on whether to kill the bill in Committee or send it on for a full debate on the Senate floor. Now is the time to call the members of the 'Ag Committee' and tell them why you want them to advance SB26-065 (sponsored by Senators Wallace and Kipp and Representatives Brow

Colorado’s 2026 legislative session is underway– and several important bills could have lasting impacts on pollinators, wildlife, and native habitats. The webinar will feature: An overview of the legislative process and the legislative outlook A closer look at three of PPAN’s Legislative Priorities: Native Plant Bill, HB26-1132 : expanding state access to and use of native plants  Rodenticide Bill, SB26-062 : prohibiting toxic rodenticides The SEED Act, SB26-065 : limiting us

By Rebecca Dickson, PPAN board chair and vice chair of the Sierra Club-Indian Peaks Group Our city and our nation face many challenges right now: concerns about the environment, locally, nationally, internationally; issues with the quality of our food, from pesticide toxins to forever chemicals to microplastics. And nutritious food is more expensive than ever.  On top of this, the national turmoil just does not stop. It can leave us all feeling alienated and alone and powerle

Through the Colorado Environmental Health Coalition, PPAN is supporting 9 important bills—from pesticides to plastic pollution to wildlife to energy systems. Read on for ways to get involved and more pollinator news! 🐝 📰 😊 Read our February 10th Newsletter below: Hi there, Colorado ~ During last November's Pollinator Summit, the audience was polled, and only 17% of those present expressed interest in advocacy, but almost 70% were interested in habitat work. You can't have

International Women’s Beekeeping Day is a chance to celebrate the women who care for bees, steward land, and show up every day for pollinators — often simply by following what they love. Photo from Loveland Reporter-Herald. For many women in beekeeping, the work has never been about breaking barriers for the sake of it. It’s been about curiosity, care, and commitment. As PPAN board member and longtime beekeeper Beth Conrey  shared, “I just did what I loved — [it] had nothing

Photo from U.S. Right to Know A new piece from U.S. Right to Know just revealed that a major scientific study used to justify glyphosate’s safety has been retracted over serious ethics issues. It turns out the “independent” authors were actually Monsanto employees, quietly advancing the pesticide industry’s agenda. If you want the full story, you can check out the article here . READ THE ARTICLE!

Why removing toxic pesticides matters — even for your favorite pint Photo from Green America. Here in Colorado, beer isn’t just a drink -- it’s part of our culture. From local taprooms and festivals to mountain hikes capped off with a cold one, beer brings people together. But behind every brew is an agricultural system that can either help or harm our environment. That’s why PPAN, along with other aligned organizations, is proud to partner with Green America's “Save Beer!” c

From sustaining desert ecosystems to supporting agricultural economies, bats are essential pollinators and pest managers. Yet, their contributions are often overlooked, and many species face growing threats. Join PPAN by checking out the webinar below with Dr. Kristen Lear, Director of Bat Conservation International’s (BCI) Agave Restoration Initiative. Dr. Lear will highlight the ways bats support biodiversity and human well-being, share updates on BCI’s conservation work, a

Last week, we had the joy of joining the Denver Public Schools (DPS) Sustainability Team at their Fall Garden Festival—a celebration of...

We are thrilled to announce the 10th Annual Colorado Pollinator Summit , taking place November 13–14, 2025 , at Williams Village, CU...

Thank you all for a great 2025 Bumble Bee Bash! We surpassed our fundraising goal and had so much fun celebrating with you all! 🥂🐝🥂...

School’s almost back in session, which is a great time to talk about how we can make schoolyards safer and healthier for both kids and...

You might be repelled by grasshoppers or Mormon crickets, but can you take a moment to learn about their surprising ecological value...

Check out PPAN's June 2025 webinar below to discover how community science supports biodiversity and pollinators. PPAN Board Member and...

Pollinators like bees, butterflies, and bats keep our ecosystems—and our food systems—thriving. Every June, Colorado takes time to...

When we think of pollinators, bees and butterflies usually come to mind—but there's a whole other crew that works the night shift. Moths,...

How is gardening a tool for social and political change? What does it mean to say "gardening is for everyone" in this time and place?...

Are snakes cute? Cameron Young from My Nature Lab seems to think so! Ecosystems are full of complex, layered interactions - even...

Just as Amy Scanes-Wolfe mentioned in PPAN's Native Plants in Permaculture webinar on February 27th, there is no such thing as "leave no...

On January 24th, 2025, PPAN had the honor of hosting a Legislative Breakfast  for Colorado state legislators, bringing together a room...

Watch the recording and access resources shared during this popular webinar on native plant propagation at home.

As Robin Wall Kimmerer reminds us in The Serviceberry, “The practice for dealing with abundance is to give it away.”

As we close out the summer season, PPAN is excited to announce new wins for organic turf transitions at the municipal level. The cities...

What’s bad for bugs is bad for birds, as our partner organization, the American Bird Conservancy (ABC), well knows! ABC is launching its...

Greetings PPAN Community, Between this week’s Harvest Moon, the chickadees and goldfinches going crazy over the sunflowers, and the...

Reading and Roadtripping to Support Pollinators We are thrilled to be launching PPAN’s online bookshop , where 10% of every purchase you...

Despite the record heat and drought we’re experiencing, we have so much to celebrate this month (July)! Reflecting on a very successful...

Check out the demonstration garden at Fox Run Natural Area in Northglenn. This demo garden was installed in partnership with the City of...

We're excited to announce our 2024 pool of Habitat Fund grantees! This second round of grant-making was a difficult one as we were...

Now through June 30 th you can purchase this soft, sustainable, Allmade , heavyweight tee—with a trendy unisex fit—sure to become a...

Once again, at PPAN 's behest, Governor Polis has designated June as Colorado Pollinator Month to celebrate and raise awareness about...

We heard your voices clearer than ever this year—and we thank you! We thank all of you who contacted your legislators and local leaders,...

We are thrilled to inform you that House Bill 24-1117 — the bill that adds rare plants and invertebrates to the species that may be...

Own a business? This June, consider participating in Colorado Pollinator Month to showcase your company's commitment to sustainability...

We're excited to announce that our second grant-making cycle is now open! The Protect our Pollinators Habitat Fund —funded by sales of...

Wondering what’s new at PPAN  in regards to our current policy work , 2024 habitat grants , and the new Insects Study ?  Read on! Local...

Colorado's Native Pollinating Insects Health Study has set the stage for a new bill! Titled the Invertebrates & Rare Plants Parks &...

Colorado's new Native Pollinating Insects Health Study was released at the start of this year! In conjunction, PPAN will be...

Earlier this month, the Local Government Authority to Regulate Pesticides bill HB24-1178 was introduced at the State Legislature. The...

January marked the start of Colorado's 2024 legislative session, in tandem with PPAN 's renewed efforts to restore community control  of...

On January 1st of this year, the Colorado Native Pollinating Insects Health Study – the most comprehensive and detailed report of...

Interested in supporting and protecting Colorado's pollinators? PPAN works to raise greater awareness about the critical need to...

A prevalent message throughout this year’s Colorado Pollinator Summit was  that the state of our pollinators is precarious. This means...

Pollinator advocate Lisa DiNardo worked with members of her community to create a new pollinator resolution in the town of Carbondale....

Colorado Gives Day is a statewide effort to celebrate and encourage philanthropy through online giving to participating nonprofits in...

Wild & Scenic Film Fest Thursday, Nov. 9th 5:30 - 9:30pm Bug Theater, Denver ( map ) OR Stream it livestream! Once again, PPAN is...

CO Organic Turf Webinar Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023 12 - 1:30pm via Zoom Register now » The City of Longmont has successfully transitioned...