FreshTest adds 12 analytes to Mega Screens, boosting residue detection, compliance, and spray drift monitoring.
FreshTest, an initiative of Fresh Markets Australia (FMA), now detects over 480 analytes, strengthening its role as Australia’s most comprehensive residue testing program.
Newly Added Analytes
Amisulbrom – Fungicide
Florylpicoxamid – Fungicide
Phenmedipham – Herbicide
Dinotefuran – Insecticide
Indaziflam – Herbicide
Acibenzolar-S-methyl – Fungicide
Isofetamid – Fungicide
Flutolanil – Fungicide
Carbetamide – Herbicide
BHC Total – Organochlorine
Diclofop-methyl – Herbicide
Prosulfocarb – Herbicide
Why the Mega Screen Matters
- Broad Coverage: Detects over 480 residues across multiple crops.
- Cost-Efficient: One test covers a wide range of actives, reducing the need for multiple screenings.
- Identifies Unknown Contaminants: Helps detect spray drift and unexpected residues, ensuring food safety.
- Regulatory Compliance: Supports adherence to Australian and export food safety standards.
Tailored Testing Solutions
The new analytes are now included in FreshTest’s Mega Screens, such as:
- C6M – All Fruit and Vegetable (ex Avocado) screening
- C6M AVOCADO – Avocado, Oils & Nuts high in fat screening
- C6M HONEY – Testing for honey, almond, & dried fruits compliance
- C6M SOIL SUBS – Soil & Compost residue analysis
- C6G GRAIN – Grain industry-focused testing
About FreshTest
FreshTest® is Australia’s largest chemical residue and microbial testing program for the fresh produce industry.
Operated by FMA, FreshTest offers affordable, fast, and trusted testing solutions, partnering with NATA- accredited laboratories to ensure compliance.
About FMA
Fresh Markets Australia is the peak industry body representing wholesalers and supporting businesses in Australia’s six central fruit and vegetable Markets. Collectively our members employ several thousand people and have a combined turnover of some $8 billion at wholesale prices.
Does your Produce Pass the Test
For more details or to arrange testing, visit:
FreshTest – Fresh Markets Australia: https://www.freshmarkets.com.au/freshtest/
