The Dirty Dozen: what it is, and the 2025 list you should know
The Dirty Dozen is an annual list published by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) identifying the 12 fruit and vegetables with the highest levels of pesticide residues when grown conventionally.
Updated each year, it helps consumers make informed choices by highlighting which produce is worth buying organic first.
In this article, we share the 2025 Dirty Dozen list and explain why choosing organic for these items can significantly reduce your exposure to pesticides - without needing to switch everything to organic.