Every year, the EWG ranks fruits and vegetables by their pesticide contamination — and the latest results are in.

Research suggests that people who are the most likely to be exposed to pesticides include farmers and greenhouse workers, ...

The EWG’s annual report of 12 produce items found to be contaminated with high levels of pesticides has two new additions.

Nearly 60% of conventionally grown fruits and vegetables on the Clean Fifteen list showed no detectable pesticide residues.  ...

CABI scientists have conducted research which reveals that concerns over pesticide residues on fruits and vegetables is the most frequently cited source of food safety fears among consumers in ...

Diversifying your dietEating a varied diet can help reduce the risk of pesticide exposure from any single source. By consuming a wide range of fruits and vegetables, you can minimise the potential ...

Unwashed produce harbors harmful bacteria, pesticides, and parasites, posing health risks. Outbreaks linked to contaminated ...

The pesticides on your fruits and vegetables There’s a wide range of ... is highly harmful to animals and can potentially pose risks to human health. And if you thought that your favourite ...

We found ourselves wondering: What are the actual risks of consuming pesticides on produce? Do you really need to wash fruits and veggies in special formulas to get them clean? Can all types of ...

image: The research highlights the need to address pesticide risk concerns that can undermine consumer demand for nutritious foods such as fruits and vegetables. view more Credit: CABI CABI ...