‘Pesticide cocktails’ polluting apples across Europe, study finds

2026-01-29 - 12:50

Pan Europe found several pesticide residues in 85% of apples, with some showing traces of up to seven chemicals Environmental groups have raised the alarm after finding toxic “pesticide cocktails” in apples sold across Europe. Pan Europe, a coalition of NGOs campaigning against pesticide use, had about 60 apples bought in 13 European countries – including France, Spain, Italy and Poland – analysed for chemical residues. Continue reading...