Pesticides banned in Europe are still widely used on Kenyan coffee farms, DW reports. Kenyan farmer Isaac Njuguna lost his sight after exposure at work, and researchers have found residues in some coffee imports.
Pesticides banned in the European Union are still widely used on Kenyan coffee farms, according to a DW report. The NGO Coffee Watch says coffee is one of the world's most pesticide-intensive crops. It says many of the chemicals used to grow it are linked to serious health risks.
DW tells the story of Kenyan farmer Isaac Njuguna. He lost his sight after pesticide exposure at work. According to the report, researchers have found hazardous pesticides in common use on Kenyan farms. They have also found pesticide residues in some coffee imports.
EU and Kenyan authorities say monitoring is increasing. Critics call it a double standard to ban chemicals in Europe while they are still used in producing countries such as Kenya. They want farmers to switch to safer alternatives.
We use cookies to measure readership. They are only switched on if you agree. You can change your choice at any time at the bottom of the page. Privacy policy