"More than 100 pesticides are sprayed on vegetables that would go into a classic Sunday lunch, new analysis by Greenpeace has revealed. The environmental campaigning group examined Food and Environment Research Agency (FERA) Pesticide Usage Survey data covering all the vegetables associated with a roast dinner, followed by strawberries for a classic British dessert. Greenpeace has called on the government to halve pesticide and fertiliser use in British farming by 2030, far more than the current target of 10 per cent."
"They added the government should support farmers in reducing reliance on chemical inputs and place restrictions on pesticide use in public spaces and homes. Greenpeace has called on the government to support British farmers to cut pesticide use (Getty Images) Analysis found that onions and leeks are treated with 43 different p"
The Independent describes funding and reporting goals focused on separating facts from messaging across political issues. It states that donations support journalists to speak to both sides and that reporting is accessible without paywalls. The content then shifts to British food and environmental concerns, noting research that suggests produce may be covered in pesticides harmful to health and the environment. Greenpeace analysis of FERA Pesticide Usage Survey data examines vegetables associated with a roast dinner and strawberries. Greenpeace reports that more than 100 pesticides are sprayed on these foods. It calls for the government to halve pesticide and fertiliser use in British farming by 2030, exceed the current 10% target, support farmers in reducing chemical inputs, and restrict pesticide use in public spaces and homes.
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