Myth busting on pesticides: Despite demonization, organic farmers widely use them
One principal “advantage” of organic food over genetically modified conventionally grown crops, many consumers believe, is that organic food are free of pesticides. It's not only much of the public believes that. Well-trusted non profits, such as Consumer Reports, promotes that view as well.
United States Charles Benbrook Rob Wallbridge Xerces Society For Invertebrate Conservation National List National Pesticide Information Center
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