To: Mr. Smith
From: Zarife Mati
Subject: Public Stand on Pesticides
Date: December 2, 2014
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Dear Mr. Smith

The colony collapse disorder of bees has become a very problematic issue. Similar cases of large bee die-offs also began to be reported around the world. CCD is still a continuing problem, most notably in the United States, that could have huge impacts in biodiversity and our food stability. Colony collapse disorder is a growing issue in the United States that presents frightening agricultural problems, which may be hard to cure, based off of several possible causes acting together. The cause of CCD is currently unknown, so the name will likely change when new evidence is found. As of now there is no single cause can be attributed to CCD, but instead it is believed that many factors play a role in the collapse, which ranges from natural diseases to the way bees are managed.
Pesticides work in ways that most people don’t notice or even think about on a daily basis. They provide immeasurable benefits to almost every walk of life. The contributions to society include protecting property, preventing disease, improving quality of life, and public health. Invasive pests transmitted some of the most dangerous and deadly diseases in the history of mankind. Pesticides keep poisonous and allergen-producing weeds at bay around homes and businesses. Both grocery stores and farming processes rely greatly on pesticides to bring quality food products to consumers. In addition Pesticides safe lives by eliminating plants and bushes that can grow to obstruct the view of warning signs, hindering the ability to drive safely unwanted plants and trees on the sides of highways.
Another alternative for jelly and jam companies is buying fruit from farms that refrain from using pesticides, which are organic companies. Negative benefits where organic food is concerned are due to the lack of artificial preservatives and the fact that organic food is not irradiated; it may have a tendency to go off much more quickly than non-organic produce, especially in the case of fruits and vegetables. In general terms, organic food items tend to be much more expensive than non-organic produce which tend to push suppliers away.
As the founder of the jelly company, I decided as of now we will not take a public stand against pesticides. I understand the concern of the Environmental Defense Fund and I have the same concern. But it is a proven fact that pesticides are not the only reason for the Colony Collapse Disorder. If I decide to shift my stand against pesticides I will let you know.

Thank you for your time and understanding.
Sincerest,
Zarife Mati
CEO of Jelly Company
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