Kashmir-based start-up Orchardly joins forces with the Dutch Koppert
Kashmir-based start-up Orchardly has joined forces with a Dutch company, Koppert, aiming to grow pesticide-free and healthy fruit in the Valley. Industry experts claim that, as of late, Kashmir

Varietal innovation in Italy is at a standstill
Research in horticulture is increasingly moving towards 'pesticide-free' fields, yet the demand for EU plant variety rights has remained constant for the past five years in Europe and is even

University of São Paulo develops sensor that can detect traces of pesticides in fruit and vegetables
Researchers at the University of São Paulo (USP) in Brazil have developed a kraft paper-based electrochemical sensor that can detect traces of pesticides in fruit and vegetables in real time when

China releases National Food Safety Standard for MRL limits of 112 pesticides
In January, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) National Health Commission (NHC), Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs and State Administration of Market Regulation jointly announced the

Superplum launches ‘Safe to Eat’ grapes
Superplum is addressing food safety and sustainability with a new table grape offering for the Indian market. The Noida-based start-up said its ‘Safe to Eat’ grapes are tested for pesticide

Fruit and vegetables of the 'dirty dozen' rehabilitated
Research, recently published in the Journal of Toxicology, has shown that the reports of the famous list, known in America as the 'Dirty Dozen', i.e. the twelve most pesticide-contaminated fruit

Gene-editing act comes into law
Gene editing has become a commercial reality in England after the Genetic Technology (Precision Breeding) Act passed into law. The act sets into motion changes to allow farmers to grow crops that

51.7 tons of substandard Chilean cherries blocked at Taiwanese border
According to Taiwan's Food and Drug Administration, a 51.7-ton shipment of Chilean cherries stopped at the border due to excessive levels of pesticide residues is to be destroyed or returned to

Research: New approach needed to combat insect resistance to biopesticides
Insect pests that attack crops have the ability to develop resistance to more environmentally friendly pesticides and a new approach to managing resistance risks is needed, according to an

Maximum level exceedances and unauthorized pesticide applications not detected
In 2022, a total of 30 samples of tomatoes were analyzed for pesticide residues. Residues were detectable in 27 samples. Three samples were free of residues. Maximum content exceedances and

New approach needed to combat insect resistance to biopesticides
Insect pests that attack crops have the ability to develop resistance to more environmentally friendly pesticides and a new approach to managing resistance risks is needed, according to an

Growers need fresh approach to tackle increasing insect resistant to biopesticides, new analysis finds
Insect pests that attack crops have extraordinary powers to develop resistance to greener pesticides, and a new way to manage resistance risks is needed, according to an analysis by the University

French government recalls Tunisian oranges
Government officials in France have issued a recall on a consignment of Maltaise oranges sent from Tunisia to retailers across the country, after inspectors said they had found traces of

English Farmers' Union urges relief for horticulturists
In the face of empty vegetable shelves in supermarkets, the English Farmers' Union (NFU) has presented a strategy to promote domestic horticulture. In its ten-point plan, the NFU calls for easier

Residues in organic O+G - Fresh seminar webinar provides info for better risk management
Organic fruit and vegetables are not produced under a glass bell jar. So it happens again and again that the laboratory analysis or another indication shows residues of pesticides. But how do

Aurelia Foundation takes action against extension of glyphosate approval
In view of recent scientific studies on the direct influence of glyphosate on insect mortality, the Aurelia Foundation demands that the EU Commission revoke the extension of the authorisation of

What solutions can we use before we use chemical pesticides?
Plant protection is one of the most important elements in fruit production. Today it is mandatory for all growers to follow the principles of integrated pest management. This is a method of

Author Group with the environment
Pesticide- and residue-free products are increasingly in demand, as they ensure environmentally sustainable production. Avoiding the use of chemicals not only reflects positively on the planet,

The new regulatory framework for ornamentation
The Committee highlights the impact on production activity of the Royal Decrees on sustainable nutrition, the sustainable use of phytosanitary products, the regional register of farms and the

123 tons of tainted Chilean cherries intercepted at Taiwanese border
Some 123 tons of Chilean cherries were denied entry into Taiwan after food safety tests showed they contained excess levels of pesticide residues, the Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (FDA)