A Review of Pesticide Residues in Pears: Current Status, Dissipation Pattern and Detection Methods

Pears are highly valued by consumers worldwide due to their unique taste and flavor profile, leading to their extensive cultivation and global consumption. Pesticides are vital in the prevention and management of pests and diseases in pear production; however, the intensive application of these agrochemicals has resulted in significant contamination issues, which adversely affect the quality and safety of pear products. As a result, the monitoring of pesticide residues in pears is essential to ensure the safety of the fruit and to safeguard the public health. This review paper attempts to provide readers with an overview of the occurrence and dissipation of pesticide residues in pears, as well as the analytical techniques employed for their detection. Furthermore, potential directions for future research are suggested, with the goal of contributing valuable insights to ongoing studies on pesticide residues in pears.