An assessment of health risks posed by consumption of pesticide residues in fruits and vegetables among residents in the Kampala Metropolitan Area in Uganda
Background: Pesticide use for fruits and vegetable production in Uganda may result in presence of residues on produce which may pose health risks to consumers. Uganda does not have an established system for monitoring pesticide residues in fruits and vegetables and assessing potential health risks....
Main Authors: | Bradman, A. (Author), Guwatudde, D. (Author), Sillé, F. (Author), Ssempebwa, J.C (Author), Ssemugabo, C. (Author) |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BioMed Central Ltd
2022
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Online Access: | View Fulltext in Publisher |
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