Abstract
Pesticide residues are most frequently found in fruits and vegetables, which are hazardous to human health and may cause serious diseases. However, little information is available on the occurrence of pesticides in fruits and vegetables in Multan, Pakistan. A study was conducted to detect the possible pesticide residues in fruits and vegetables available at the local markets of Multan. A total of 40 fruits and vegetables were selected, and samples were collected from the local market of Multan from 2021 to 2022. Moreover, the samples were analyzed by the multi-residue pesticide scan method using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) in the Central Laboratory MNS University of Agriculture, Multan. The finding of the study showed traces of Carbaryl, Linuron, and phorate which were detected in the samples of pear, lemon, and cabbage. However, this is a matter of concern that pesticide residues are detected in the samples of the market, indicating that extensive efforts are required to reduce the possible health risk of pesticides to consumers due to the residue in fruits and vegetables. It is concluded that pesticide residues should be monitored regularly on national level, and the farming community must educate about improved pesticide safety procedures, particularly the need to adhere to the pre-harvest intervals.
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