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90% of Grapes Test Positive for Harmful Pesticides

2/23/2026

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  • Pesticide Action Network UK found that 90% of grape samples contained multiple pesticide residues, including long-lasting "forever" chemicals.
  • Other contaminated foods included grapefruit, limes, bananas, and sweet peppers.
  • The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs notes that 67% of samples had residues below safety limits.
  • Pesticide Action Network UK argues that current limits should be reassessed to account for pesticides from packaging and imports.