§ 12614 Disposal Of Produce With Excess Pesticide Residue

Food and Agricultural Code·California

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If a batch of fruits or veggies is found to have pesticide levels higher than the legal limits, it can be thrown away according to other rules.

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•Produce is tested for pesticide residues.
•If residues are higher than any maximum or allowed tolerance, the lot can be disposed of.
•The disposal must follow the steps set out in sections 12607, 12608, and 12609.

Example

A farmer's shipment of strawberries is tested and shows pesticide residue above the allowed amount.

Because the test shows too much pesticide, the state can order the strawberries to be destroyed following the disposal procedures in sections 12607, 12608, and 12609.

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§ 12614 Disposal Of Produce With Excess Pesticide Residue

If the appeal analysis shows that the lot of produce carries pesticide residue in excess of any maximum which is provided in this chapter or in excess of a permissible tolerance, the lot of produce may be disposed of pursuant to Sections 12607, 12608, and 12609. (Amended by Stats. 1983, Ch. 717, Sec. 9.)

Last verified: January 10, 2026

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pesticide residue permissible tolerance disposed of

References

Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 12614.

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