Current Gaps in Regulation of Pesticides in Foods in Australia

The regulatory systems in Australia to test pesticide levels in foods have been the subject of recent consumer speculation. In this 1,500 word article, we discuss the legal framework for the testing of foods for pesticide contamination, what problems exist, and how the current systems could be improved. Some of our issues ought to be considered at the political level.

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