Your berries may not be as safe as you think: Here’s why regulators are concerned
Australia's chemical regulator has paused a pesticide used on berries due to increased consumption, particularly by children. Dimethoate, an insecticide, now faces stricter rules, requiring a 14-day wait between spraying and harvest. While berries remain safe, washing them thoroughly is advised to reduce any potential residue buildup.
Australia's chemical regulator has paused a pesticide used on berries due to increased consumption, particularly by children. Dimethoate, an insecticide, now faces stricter rules, requiring a 14-day wait between spraying and harvest. While berries remain safe, washing them thoroughly is advised to reduce any potential residue buildup.
