Conventional crops, also known as non-organic crops, widely employ pesticides or insecticides. When assessing the potential harm caused by these chemicals, the starting point is typically their impact on human tolerance. Given our larger size, humans can withstand a significantly higher level of toxins compared to smaller animals, such as insects. Understanding the significance of various small animals in food production is crucial to get food on our tables.
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