What are the population-level impacts of sublethal pesticide and other chemical exposure in the environment?

Background

We need to understand the risks associated with the chemicals we use as well as their impacts on the environment, and the role of government and others to prevent harm, in line with the goals of the 25 Year Environment Plan:

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