Nearly 40% of California produce contains PFAS pesticides, report finds
- Posted on March 11, 2026
- By Los Angeles Times
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Nearly 40% of California produce contains PFAS pesticides, report finds
Using state data, an environmental group found PFAS residue on more than 40 different kinds of fruits and vegetables grown in California. The state has approved 53 PFAS pesticide ingredients, while other states, such as Maine, are throttling back.
