We are entering the "Dog Days of Summer." Heat, humidity, grassy weeds, broadleaf weeds, confused weeds, mosquitoes, mowing, ...

Certain popular produce may contain more pesticide residue than others, according to an analysis by the Environmental Working Group, which dubbed the fruits and vegetables the “dirty dozen ...

Called the "Dirty Dozen" an advocacy group is out with its annual list naming fruits and vegetables that have the most pesticide residue.

Every year, the EWG ranks fruits and vegetables by their pesticide contamination — and the latest results are in.

Various chemicals, from those in plastics to food additives, have made headlines lately for their potential roles in triggering diseases. Pesticides are unique among chemicals, though, says ...

A tractor sprays pesticides on tomato plants in Florida. As the Donald J. Trump administration defines its approach to pesticide regulation, leaders must balance the concerns of farmers and ...

Federal regulations govern which pesticides can be used and give specific directions for applying them. Ignoring those directions is a violation of federal law.

Over the past three years, at least two incidents of suspected pesticide drift have been reported near schools in Stanislaus County.

To get rid of spider mites, try one of two pyrethroid-based pesticides: neem oil first, then bifenthrin if that's not strong enough to do the trick.

A seasonal air study in Stanislaus County finds pesticide levels far below harmful thresholds. Discover findings and safety measures for local residents.

“Spray Days California” is an online pesticide notification system that warns farmworkers of upcoming pesticide applications.