Europe sets new copper limits for food, forcing farmers to change practices

The European Union has lowered the maximum amount of copper allowed in or on certain foods. This means farmers who use copper-based pesticides will need to find new ways to protect their crops or use less copper.

Copper compounds are common in organic farming as fungicides and pesticides. These new, stricter limits mean that many organic farmers will have to change their practices. It will likely push them towards alternative pest control methods or different crop varieties.