Food Security: ACIM Calls for Stricter Controls on Pesticide Residues

Jayen Chellum, the Secretary General of the Consumers Association of Mauritius (ACIM), praised the government's initiative on Friday, January 23, for making public the results of pesticide residue analyses in fruits and vegetables. While this move marks progress in terms of transparency, the latest report from the Pesticide Residue Laboratory, covering the period from January to October 2025, reveals alarming findings. It is crucial to address these issues to ensure the safety of our food supply.