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Short MRL implementation period for grain store insecticide causes concern

The maximum residue limits (MRLs) for chlorpyrifos-methyl, the soon to be withdrawn active used to treat grain stores, have been reduced to 0.01mg/kg for all grains.

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Short MRL implementation period for grain store insecticide causes concern

The maximum residue limits (MRLs) for chlorpyrifos-methyl, the soon to be withdrawn active used to treat grain stores, have been reduced to 0.01mg/kg for all grains. According to European Food Safety Authority...

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