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Organics may be on the rise, but do we really need to fear food pesticides?

When it comes to making sure your food is bug-free and plentiful, pesticides are an important part of the process. They're also pretty powerful chemicals. Organics may be the new black, but are they worth the premium price tag? We'll help you separate the nasties from the organic need-to-haves.

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There are plenty of scary stories on the net, but are food pesticides as bad as they seem? And is organic produce worth the extra cash? Our experts weigh-in with the right advice to help you tuck in with confidence.

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