Dossier
Methamidophos
Coverage of Methamidophos in the Nexus archive.
- Rejection of chilli consignments by China raises concern among exporters, farmers in Andhra Pradesh
China's rejection of chilli consignments due to Methamidophos traces has raised concerns among Andhra Pradesh exporters and farmers. Exporters are urging the government to strengthen monitoring and promote scientific pesticide use, while the Spices Board in Guntur is conducting quality improvement programs.
- After China says no, exporters urge Andhra Pradesh to curb high-risk pesticides in chilli
The Chillies Exporters Association is urging Andhra Pradesh to ban Acephate and Methamidophos, as pesticide residue violations risk India’s chilli exports to China.