The Conversation Canada
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May 7, 2026
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We developed a biodegradable wash that can remove pesticides and keep fruit fresh longer
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Such washes can help remove pesticides and keep produce fresh, appealing and more likely to be eaten. (Unsplash/Melissa Askew)
We developed a biodegradable wash that can remove pesticides and keep fruit fresh longer
Published: May 7, 2026 12.46pm EDT
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Many grocery shoppers know the routine: bring fruit and vegetables home, rinse them, dry them and hope they stay fresh long enough to be eaten. But fresh produce is delicate. Grapes shrivel, apple slices brown and berries can spoil quickly.
At the same time, many people worry about what may remain on the surface of …
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