Millions of people rely on EWG's Shopper's Guide to Pesticides in Produce to reduce their exposure to toxic synthetic pesticides used on fruits and vegetables. The alternative is buy organic.
News & Research
Stay informed. Stay healthy.
News
Research
Fruit leather: A snack sometimes chock full of pesticides and sugar
When parents and caregivers herd kids out the door for an outing, they typically grab snack food on the way. And one of the most convenient is a product kids love – fruit leather.
Consumer Guides
The information you deserve to make healthier choices
EWG's 2022 Shopper's Guide to Pesticides in Produce™
More than 70 percent of non-organic fresh produce sold in the U.S. contains residues of potentially harmful pesticides, EWG’s 2022 Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides in Produce™ finds.
EWG's Tips for Avoiding Pesticides
Pesticides are chemicals designed to kill living organisms that are considered pests, including insects, weeds and mold.
Even after washing fruits and vegetables, pesticide residues remain on...
Take Action
Join our fight
Featured Video
EWG Explains: Fungicides and Citrus
Did you know that popular citrus fruits, like oranges, grapefruit and mandarins, might also come with a dose of hormone-disrupting fungicides?
Topics
Explore related issues