Agriculture
Pesticides cause 400 million farmer poisoning cases a year, study finds
A recent study reveals that nearly half of the world's farmers are poisoned by pesticides each year, amounting to approximately 400 million cases annually. The research highlights that global pesticide use is still increasing, raising concerns about the health and safety of agricultural workers. The study underscores the widespread impact of pesticide exposure on farmers worldwide and calls attention to the urgent need for improved safety measures and regulations to protect those working in agriculture.
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