Pesticide-free agriculture


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NEWS about the presence and dangers of pesticide residues in our daily food is not new, but it remains deeply concerning.

While pesticides play a crucial role in modern agriculture by boosting crop yields, they should not come at the cost of our health. Numerous scientific studies have shown that long-term exposure to pesticide residues can have serious toxic effects on the human central nervous system and contribute to major health issues such as Alzheimer’s, cancer, and reproductive problems.

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