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Jan 26, 2026 - Foods
Pesticide residues in food from Germany declining
The Federal Office of Consumer Protection and Food Safety (BVL) has published current results on the monitoring of pesticide residues. According to them, residues above the legally established maximum residue levels were less frequently detected in food from Germany in 2024 than in the previous year.
In total, the BVL analyzed 16,423 food samples for the presence of pesticide residues. About half of these samples showed no quantifiable residues. Compared to 2023, this marks a clear positive trend: the proportion of samples without measurable pesticide residues increased by around ten percent. The results indicate an improved compliance with legal requirements as well as progress in the application and control of pesticides.
The survey results are part of the national report "Pesticide Residues in Food 2024" and provide an important data basis for assessing food safety in Germany.
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