Results showed that areas with high agricultural use of pesticides did have notable pesticide residue, but it was not near the critical level.

With increasingly sensitive detection equipment, a certain amount of pesticide residue will often be measured following field use.

The program also conducts a program to collect and analyze data about pesticide residue levels in agricultural commodities.

But if you're anxious about pesticide residues on fruit and vegetables, it's a good idea to wash them before eating.

This will dramatically reduce your exposure to potentially harmful pesticide residues.