Most people go about their grocery shopping without ever thinking where their produce comes from, but this infographic called 'The Dirty Dozen: 12 Foods You Should Buy Organic' will show foodies the real deal.
One can't really spot the use of wax and a bunch of other pesticides, but for the next apple you decide to eat, try taking a knife and scraping the surface for what peels off will be surprising. From blueberries to kale and peppers to peaches, it all comes with 50 to 60 different pesticides, according to these statistics by Full Circle.
The Dirty Dozen infographic claims that celery is the highest pesticide-infused product. Next up is peaches followed by kale. Take a look through these numbers and see if it'll make your next grocery trip end up at an organic store.
Pesticide Produce Charts
The Dirty Dozen Infographic Lists Top Foods with Toxic Chemicals
Trend Themes
1. Organic Food Consumption - Increasing demand for organic produce due to awareness of pesticide-infused foods.
2. Pesticide Reduction Techniques - Seeking innovative techniques to reduce the use of pesticides in farming.
3. Transparency in Food Production - Growing demand for transparency in food production and labeling to avoid toxic chemicals.
Industry Implications
1. Farming - Opportunities for developing new and innovative technologies that reduce the use of pesticides in farming.
2. Organic Food - Increasing demand for organic foods due to consumers' growing awareness of the harmful effects of pesticides.
3. Food Labeling - Increasing need for transparency in food production and accurate labeling of ingredients and pesticide usage.