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The Environmental Working Group has sent an open letter which urges the produce industry to introduce and develop measures to prevent foodborne illnesses and exposure to harmful pesticides.
The suing organisations are Center for Food Safety, Beyond Pesticides, the Rural Coalition, Organización en California de Lideres Campesinas and the Farmworker Association of Florida.
Research has found that a large number of farmers and growers are not aware of the pesticide being used on their seeds, some of which are said to be highly toxic to beneficial insects and could result in harm to human health.
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A report comissioned by the Wildlife Trusts points out that there is a decline in insect populations due to the over use of insecticides and pesticides, which puts global food production at risk.
Researchers have revealed that eight SDHI pesticide molecules sold in France do not just inhibit the SDH activity of fungi, but can also block that of earthworms, bees and human cells in varying proportions.
A Federal Court has ruled that an Army Corps permit has failed to protect clean water and sufficiently assess cumulative environmental impacts.
The "toxic" pesticide will be phased out by February 2020 in order to protect public health and brain development in children.
The Center for Food Safety states that the repeal of the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule will have huge effects on food safety.
The Center for Food Safety has released a report which shows that hemp CBD companies are failing to test for pesticides and contaminants.
Asda has begun trials of coating technology that is said to keep fruits and vegetables fresher for longer.
Jaclyn Bowen speaks to Ari Walker from the Integrated Beverage Group about LifeVine and their “less than 1 gram of sugar” and “pesticide-free” wine claim.
Jaclyn Bowen from Clean Label Project explores the use of chlorpyrifos as a pesticide and the potential health risks involved.
