French consumer group warns of harmful pesticide residues in imported flowers.

France's oldest consumer group, UFC-Que Choisir, warns of harmful pesticide residues in imported cut flowers sold in France, finding residues in every bouquet tested, including some banned in Europe. The group calls for stricter regulations, including maximum residue levels and mandatory labeling of origin and treatments. The flower industry disputes these claims, citing a German study that found no consumer risks.

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