Banned in Europe, Sold in Africa: How Highly Hazardous Pesticides are still Poisoning Ugandan Farms

The complexities surrounding inorganic pesticide use in Uganda, from the application in fields to the consumption of contaminated produce, highlight the urgent need for a comprehensive understanding of the interrelated challenges and opportunities in transitioning towards more sustainable agricultural practices rooted in agroecology. In our first episode of the Spotlight, we sit down with experts to shed light on the various impacts of using Highly Hazardous Pesticides on human health and the environment.