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This study evaluates pesticide residues in domestic and imported fresh commodities, as well as processed products in Canada, based on CFIA data from 2004. It compares residue levels, compliance rates, and implications for food safety. The findings shed light on the regulatory landscape and consumer health concerns.
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Residues (%) in Domestic Fresh Commodities • Residues (%) in Imported Fresh Commodities Domestic Fresh n=2401 Imported Fresh n=12,753
Residues (%) Domestic Processed Commodities • Residues (%) Imported Processed Commodities Domestic Processed n=347 Imported Processed n=322
Compliance Summary Adapted from CFIA, 2004
Compliance Summary Adapted from CFIA, 2004
Compliance Summary Adapted from CFIA, 2004
Food is very affordable in Canada Source: United States Department of Agriculture, calculated by Economic Research Service data provided by the United Nations System of National Accounts, 1996
Source: United States Department of Agriculture, calculated by Economic Research Service data provided by the United Nations System of National Accounts, 1996