date:Sep 25, 2017
sidues on an apple or 70 percent of the MRL. According to Carine, most surpluses occur in products imported to Europe. That makes sense, she says. Import products have to meet European legislation, even if the used pesticide is acknowledged in the country of origin.
No danger
Although its not necessarily dangerous, 2.2 per cent of fruit, vegetables and grains exceeded its maximum residue limits in Belgium in 2016. Most of the surpluses in Belgian products are found in fresh herbs, soft fruit, c