Not all produce carries the same pesticide load. Some fruits and vegetables consistently test with high residue levels even after washing, while others are relatively clean. Knowing the difference helps you prioritise where to spend on organic.
The 2024 Dirty Dozen
Placeholder content listing the twelve fruits and vegetables with the highest pesticide residue and what's specifically found on each.
The Clean Fifteen
Placeholder content listing the fifteen fruits and vegetables with the lowest residue, which are generally fine to buy conventional.
Why washing isn't enough
Placeholder content about systemic pesticides that are absorbed into the flesh of produce, not just on the surface.
The organic question
Placeholder content about what "organic" certification actually means, its limitations, and when it's worth the premium.
Shopping strategy
Placeholder content about practical approaches — prioritising organic for the dirty dozen, buying conventional for the clean fifteen, and local/seasonal considerations.