Pesticides Archives

The Challenges and Health Risks of Pesticide Use in Green Chili Cultivation 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, Resources
- December 27, 2024
Green chillies are cherished worldwide for their unique flavour, vibrant colour, and significant health benefits. Packed with vitamins, minerals, and capsaicin—a compound responsible for their spicy kick—green chillies enhance culinary experiences and promote health. Capsaicin is linked to numerous benefits, such as boosting metabolism, enhancing immunity, reducing pain, and lowering the risk of chronic diseases
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Chemical Hazards in Food: Ensuring Safety in Every Bite 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
- November 26, 2024
Chemical hazards in food present significant risks to public health, ranging from mild discomfort to life-threatening diseases. These hazards can appear at any stage of the food production process, from farming to packaging and storage. Examples include naturally occurring toxins such as aflatoxins, residues of pesticides and fertilizers, and industrial pollutants like heavy metals and
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India Blocks Unsafe Food Imports from Five Countries: Key Rejections Revealed 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 25, 2024
Overview India has refused shipments of apples, nuts, alcoholic beverages, and sushi from Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Japan, China, and Turkey this year due to non-compliance with food safety standards. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) published these rejections on its newly introduced Food Import Rejection Alert (FIRA) platform. This portal facilitates rapid
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Punjab’s Cancer Train: The Impact of Pesticides on Health and Treatment Access 0

Report The train from Bathinda to Bikaner has earned the nickname “cancer train” because numerous cancer patients from Punjab use it to seek treatment in Rajasthan. Every night at 9:30 PM, the train departs from Bathinda and arrives in Bikaner at 6:00 AM, covering around 325 kilometres. Sixty per cent of the riders are cancer

India Gate Pure Basmati Rice Recalled Due to Pesticide Non-Conformance 0

Introduction Khushi Ram Behari Lal Ltd. (KRBL), the leading Basmati rice exporter has recalled the India Gate Pure Basmati Rice Feast Rozzana Super Value Pack (1.1 kg) for not meeting pesticide regulations. The recall is specifically related to the existence of two pesticides: Thiamethoxam and Isoprothiolane. Thiamethoxam, an insecticide authorized for use on rice leaves,

The “Dirty Dozen” List : Vegetables With Most Pesticides 0

The discovery and consequent widespread use of pesticides has been a game changer in farming. Pesticides have helped in the increased and steady production of raw food, the prevention of pest infestations, protection from harmful microorganisms, and the prevention of various diseases. While pesticides have helped the farming industry meet consumer demand, their excessive use