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A recent study examining manganese (Mn) levels in children showed that Mn-containing fungicides could contribute to higher Mn exposure in utero. Mn...
There is so much (in)credible science that explains why organic is a good choice for people and the planet, and more is published every week. The Organic Center summarizes the latest research into distilled bites so you can make informed choices. We only report on peer-reviewed studies and always will. Check out our research blog and sign up for our newsletter to get the latest science delivered right to your inbox.
Nov 08, 2013
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A new study from New Zealand shows that exposure to neonicotinoid pesticides can affect the way that invasive insects interact with native...
Nov 06, 2013
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Methyl bromide is an organobromine compound used as a fumigant. Although methyl bromide use has been phased out pursuant to the Montreal Protocol...
Nov 04, 2013
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A new study published in the American Journal of Epidemiology shows that eating fruit and vegetables can reduce the risk of death. The study...
Nov 02, 2013
Several recent studies have shown the potential adverse health effects of glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup. The latest study to do so was published in Food and Chemical Toxicology,...
Nov 01, 2013
A new study published in Environmental and Molecular Mutagenesis shows that women who live near pesticide-treated fields tend to give birth to smaller babies. The study examined 442 pregnant women...
Oct 30, 2013
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A new study conducted by researchers from the Ventana Wildlife Society, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Santa Barbara Zoo, the...
Oct 28, 2013
Resistance to two more pesticides has been discovered in the United States, according to a recent study entitled “Field Strains of Monilinia fructicola Resistant to Both MBC and DMI...
Oct 27, 2013
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A study published in Environmental Monitoring and Assessment shows that pesticide contamination is common in the Indian city of Hyderabad....
Oct 25, 2013
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A recent study shows that adopting organic farming techniques can improve farmers’ livelihoods, enhance food security, and reduce poverty in India...
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