EU sees increase in non-compliant pesticide in food samples There has been a rise in findings of pesticides in food above legal limits, according to data published by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). The rate of maximum residue level (MRL) exceedances in 2020 increased compared with 2019 and 2018. It remained high for unprocessed and processed grape leaves, unprocessed cumin seed and processed Brazil nuts that are not covered in random EU testing. Oranges, followed by pears, carrots and rice had the highest number of samples with multiple residues. In one rice sample of unknown origin, 15 different pesticides were quantified. Clean Label Project's take on the matter: After testing thousands of produce samples, the organic promise of less exposure to pesticides holds true. For those concerned about pesticide exposure, reach for organic and Clean Label Project certified when possible. Read More: https://www.foodsafetynews.com/2022/04/eu-sees-increase-in-non-compliant-pesticide-in-food-samples/