Controversial Herbicide Poses Disproportionate Health Risks for Rural Latino Communities in California Despite links to Parkinson's disease and other health risks, Paraquat remains a widely used herbicide Latin Times · Apr 1, 2024
Low-income California Latinos at higher risk from Parkinson’s-linked weedkiller Analysis finds majority of paraquat, banned in 60 countries, is used in counties where Latinos make up 75% of the population or higher The Guardian - US · Mar 29, 2024
EWG Report Reveals High Pesticide Levels In US Produce Learn about pesticide presence in US fresh produce. EWG's report guides consumers on Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 items for informed choices. Top News · Mar 26, 2024
What one horticulturist has to say about pesticide residue on produce It can be confusing for shoppers to wade through the bounty of information about the differences between organic and conventional produce. An expert clears the air on some common questions. WEKU · Mar 25, 2024
2024's "Dirty Dozen" list revealed Strawberries, leafy greens, grapes and green beans are just a few items on the EWG's annual list Salon · Mar 22, 2024
The ongoing prevalence of pesticides "This year, EWG looked at results from 47,510 samples of 46 fruits and vegetables" Salon · Mar 20, 2024
EWG verification has come to mattresses – here's what it means for your bed I spoke to Naturepedic, the first mattress brand to receive EWG verification, about what it means for our sleep setups. TechRadar · Mar 2, 2024
More than 50% of US funds for ‘climate-smart’ farming do not help crisis – report Agriculture agency set aside nearly $3bn to give to farmers who cut emissions, but about $1.9bn spent on practices not curbing crisis The Guardian - US · Feb 28, 2024
A chemical linked to fertility problems in animals has been found in oats in the US. Should we be worried? A study shows that chlormequat is in your oatmeal in levels exceeding 100 parts per billion – here’s what to know The Guardian - US · Feb 22, 2024
Chemical banned on edible plants found in Cheerios and Quaker Oats A recent study found that the banned chemical chlormequat has been detected in popular breakfast cereals like Cheerios and Quaker Oats. Approximately 80% o... Top News · Feb 15, 2024
Nearly 40% of conventional baby food contains toxic pesticides, US study finds None of the organic products sampled contained the chemicals, which present a dangerous health threat to babies, researchers say The Guardian - US · Nov 23, 2023
Drinking water of millions of Americans contaminated with ‘forever chemicals’ Water of about 26 million is contaminated as new data offers the most robust look into exactly which communities are polluted The Guardian - US · Aug 17, 2023
India has potential to become one of largest skilled workforce providers in world: PM Modi Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that India has the potential to become one of the largest providers of skilled workforce in the world. Dynamite News · Jul 21, 2023
When Insuring Crops Ensures Climate Mistakes Crop insurance puts pistachios, cherries and other vulnerable crops on life-support as rising temperatures threaten California agriculture. Capital & Main · Jun 27, 2023
The Guardian - US · May 18, 2023 Pentagon’s ‘forever chemicals’ cleanup budget falls ‘dramatically’ short Ballooning cost of cleaning up toxic PFAS contamination at military sites places service members and civilians at risk
Los Angeles Times · Mar 27, 2023 So long, red dye No. 3? Why lawmakers want to cancel a chemical found in your Skittles and strawberry Yoohoo Skittles, strawberry Yoohoo and Walmart yogurt-dipped pretzels — what do these all have in common? They contain the controversial red dye No. 3 or titanium dioxide, which some California lawmakers are now waging war against.
The Guardian - US · Feb 22, 2023 Alarming toxic ‘forever chemicals’ found in animals’ blood – study Analysis says hundreds of animals are contaminated with dangerous compounds linked to cancer and other health problems
The Guardian - US · Nov 3, 2022 Most US pet food contaminated with ‘forever chemicals’, study finds Chemicals are likely used in food bags to make them repel grease, creating a potentially dangerous exposure for cats and dogs
The Guardian - US · Oct 12, 2022 US firms exploiting Trump-era loophole over toxic ‘forever chemicals’ Study finds chemical companies dodging federal law designed to track how many PFAS plants are pumping into environment
Salon · Aug 23, 2022 A harsh new climate reality for farmers Growers across the country are reckoning with a harsh new climate reality
Tribune News Service · Apr 15, 2022 On Nutrition: Another look at the Dirty Dozen Did you ever think that strawberries, spinach and kale would be called “filthy”? Or leafy green vegetables “repeat offenders”? That’s exactly how these especially nutritious fruits and vegetables are described in a recent article in USA Today.