Asia-Pacific Sustainability Action Awards-Sustainability Action Awards SDG17:Bronze
Public Health Bureau, Yunlin County
Pesticide Testing at the Source of Fruits and Vegetables: Ensuring Farm-to-Table Safety
Equitable Food Safety Assurance: Establishing a Pesticide Residue Traceability and Inspection Mechanism Establishing a pesticide residue traceability and random inspection mechanism ensures that everyone — including economically disadvantaged groups, children, and the elderly — has access to safe and worry-free fruits and vegetables. This reduces health risks caused by unsafe food and promotes equal access to the right to health. Protecting the Health Rights of Vulnerable Groups: Vulnerable populations often lack the means to choose high-priced organic foods. Therefore, ensuring the safety of products circulating in the general market is especially important. Through rigorous inspections, these groups are protected from bearing the brunt of food safety risks. Supporting Fair Market Participation for All Farmers: By providing guidance on pesticide use and opportunities for improvement, local farmers can meet legal requirements for pesticide application. This helps them participate fairly in the market and prevents exclusion from the agricultural supply chain due to information gaps, fostering social inclusion at the production level. Building Trust and Consumer Engagement: When the