What is the Dirty Dozen? Pesticides Uncovered | With Alison White

Ask a Question or Leave a CommentGuest: Alison White, Co-convenor of the Safe Food CampaignIn this episode, I sit down with Alison White, the woman behind New Zealand’s version of the Dirty Dozen list — a ranking of the most pesticide-contaminated foods available on our shelves. Alison has a Master’s in Public Health, is a lifetime member of the Soil & Health Association, and co-convenes the Safe Food Campaign.Together, we unpack:How the Dirty Dozen is created and what makes NZ’s version uniqueWhy grapes, celery, and strawberries consistently top the listThe worrying truth about glyphosate (RoundUp) and how little NZ actually tests for itHow pesticide regulation gets tangled in industry influencePractical ways to reduce your exposure — from vinegar rinses to growing your own produceThis conversation will leave you thinking differently about what’s on your plate — and why home-grown food might just be one of the most powerful forms of resistance. Link for Further Reading:The Dirty Dozen – latest update via Soil & HealthOOOOBY (organic box service)Harraway’s Organic Oats collectionPesticides in New Zealand ChildrenSafe Food Campaign NZ – FacebookSafe Food Campaign Chlorpyrifos Petition SummaryDr. Libby BlogAbout Sam – Learn more about the host of White Strawberries.Support the Podcast – Buy Sam a Cuppa to help keep new episodes coming.Join Grounded – Be first to hear when the course opens.Ask a Question – Submit a gardening question for a future episode.