As much as forty percent of the energy used in the food system goes towards the production of chemical fertilizers and pesticides (Sustainable Table).
Can’t afford to eat everything organically? Some fruits and vegetables are sprayed with more pesticides than others, and cannot be cleaned of pesticide residues as easily—start small by choosing organic for these ‘Dirty Dozen’ fruits and vegetables that fit this category:
- peach
- apple
- bell pepper
- celery
- nectarine
- strawberries
- cherries
- kale
- lettuce
- grapes (imported)
- carrot
- pears
Eco-tip provided by GreenFaith.