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In recent years many major European supermarkets have taken steps to reduce the levels of pesticides present in the food items they sell. These commitments provide a concrete demonstration that major retailers recognise pesticides as a being problem and take the risks of pesticide contamination seriously. Supermarket action also proves that pesticide reduction is possible and profitable within the context of a modern free market economy.
The notes below provide details of specific commitments undertaken by a selection of European supermarkets.