Investigation of the Residues of Chlorpyrifos and Diazinon in Apple Fruit in Damavand Region

Considering the increased use of fertilizers and pesticides in agriculture in recent decades and increasing risks of diseases and environmental hazards in human societies, the standards of remaining pesticides in food and agricultural products are required to be considered. In this study, residues of Chlorpyrifos (C8H11Cl3NO3P S) and Diazinon in apple in the Damavand region were evaluated. The increase in the world population and the lack of food resources have caused agricultural methods producing more food to be developed. The increasing use of fertilizer products and pesticides reduce the damage caused by diseases, weeds and plant pests. However, it makes the residue of pesticides in agricultural products increase. It is important to use pesticides correctly. Obtaining the compliance period of pesticides has causes people to stay healthy. Nevertheless, sometimes it is not respected. Therefore, it seems that reviewing pesticide residues in apple fruit in Damavand region is essential. Climatic diversity in the city of Damavand has provided the possibility of producing and promoting many kinds of fruits. The amount of land horticulture in this city is 9575 ha. Apple gardens area is about 7100 hectares. Peaches and nectarine gardens area is 797 hectares; cherry, 480 hectares; and walnut, 550 hectares; There are 508 ha of greenhouse areas.