Most contaminated U.S. produce
Find out which fruits and vegetables sold in the U.S. contain the most pesticides.
Using data from nearly 89,000 tests for pesticide residues in produce, the Environmental Working Group compiled its annual list of the 20 most contaminated fruits and vegetables, called the "Dirty Dozen Plus."
Using data from nearly 89,000 tests for pesticide residues in produce, the Environmental Working Group compiled its annual list of the 20 most contaminated fruits and vegetables, called the "Dirty Dozen Plus."
20. Plums
19. Pears
18. Nectarines (Domestic)
17. Cherries
16. Kale/collard greens/leafy greens
15. Snap peas (Imported)
14. Lettuce
13. Blueberries (domestic)
12. Bell peppers
11. Strawberries
10. Spinach
9. Potatoes
8. Peaches
7. Nectarines (imported)
6. Hot peppers
5. Grapes
4. Cucumbers
3. Cherry Tomatoes
2. Celery
1. Apples
Among the cleanest? Kiwi, onions, sweet corn, pineapples, avocado, cabbage, frozen sweet peas, green onions, winter squash, broccoli and summer squash.
Read more about this year's rankings here.
