0000002785 00000 n The study is expected to contribute significantly to information and knowledge on the factors that influence maize farmers awareness levels of health implications of agrochemical use. Modern Agricultural Practices: A dilemma of farmer and farm workers health in cash crop zone in the Maharashtra State. Laary, J.K. (2012) Dry-Season Farming and Agrochemical Misuse in Upper East Region of Ghana: Implication and Way Forward, Journal of Agricultural, Food, and Environmental Sciences, 5(1) The founders, who established Beyond Pesticides (originally as National Coalition Against the Misuse of Pesticides . Understanding the problem of pesticide misuse in the Third World requires analysis of both political-economic forces and local-level variations in peasant behavior and attitudes. Juxtaposing these findings on the summary statistics of continuous variables shown in Table 4, it is clear that an average number of annual extension visits of 0.416 are too low to actually provide enough information on awareness of health implications of agrochemicals use. Fungistat refers to a class of chemicals that do not kill fungal pathogens but temporarily limit fungus development, and fungistatis refers to the phenomenon. The margins are interpreted in relation to their signs and categories. This breakthrough was anchored on science and technology. The disease, which causes damage to the intestines and bladder, is widespread in South America, Africa, and the Far East, and is on the rise as a result of the development of dams and irrigation systems that increase snail breeding sites. Pesticide accidents or fires can result in water, soil, and air contamination; damage to plants . Agrochemicals can assist enhance yields from dwindling agricultural farmlands, which will help meet the ever-increasing demand for food. This could be that large-scale farmers do not apply pesticides by themselves regularly and usually get this job done by hired labor. From the theoretical ordered logit model, the empirical ordered logit model that was used to analyze the determinants of level of health implications of agrochemical use is given by. AGROCHEMICALS AND ALTERNATIVES PROJECT- Transitioning farmers from Agrochemical reliance to safer and sustainable options. Almost all pesticides have the potential to have a significant influence on ecosystems; many are toxic to humans and/or animals, and some concentrate as they rise up the food chain. In this instance, a higher rate of application has the potency to affect maize output level. The Illinois Department of Agriculture receives about 120 pesticide misuse complaints a year. (This phenomenon is widely called Fish kills) Excess chemicals lead to eutrophication. According to Lichtenberg and Zilberman [17], the use of pesticides is considered protective inputs but not productive inputs. 2018; 2018: 2874160. . We may be exposed in our homes through misuse or by accidents, and be contaminated by consumer products including food. 4, pp. On the average, the number of extension visits was 0.416 times per year, which indicates poor extension services in the study area. Carboxin, oxycarboxin antibiotics like Aureofungin, organic mercurials, lime sulphur, dodine, and other antifungal agents eliminate harmful fungus from an infection court. Awareness of health implications of agrochemical use significantly increases maize output. . The explanatory variables explain 21% (pseudo R2) variations in the awareness level. Excessive utilization of these chemicals generate residues that cause nutrients imbalance and reduction of the yielding capacity of crops. Marginal effects of ordered logit model and the individual awareness levels. Table 3 shows the summary statistics of some of the variables describing the socioeconomic characteristics of the respondents. 575582, 2003. Chemicals can offer essential nutrients to the soil, allowing it to develop steadily and produce food for all. Once acomplaintis filed with the Department, a field investigator is assigned the case. 0000001181 00000 n This is due to the fact that an educated farmer can manage farm resources better and has an advantage over uneducated farmer in understanding and adopting the recommended application rate of external inputs. Experience in agrochemicals use and farm size have a negative significant effect on farmers level of awareness of health implications of agrochemicals use. agrochemicals safely.The major risk factors related to agrochemical exposure resulted from the misuse of pesticides, including erroneous beliefs of farmers regarding pesticide toxicity, the use of faulty spraying equipment, the lack of proper maintenance of spraying equipment, or the lack of protective gear and appropriate clothing. Farmers usually apply these hazardous agrochemicals like organochlorines and organophosphate more than the recommended rate or frequency per season. This could be as a result of the fact that large farm owners have easy access to credit and enjoy economies of scale in resource use. The Department's role in pesticide misuse incidents is limited to determining whether a violation has occurred. Over use of these chemicals have severe effects on environment that may lead to an immediate and long term effects. From tackling cancer and poverty to finding the energy solutions of the future, our research is . Years of education are significant at 1% which agrees with the a priori expectation suggesting a positive effect on the farmers level of awareness of health implications of agrochemicals use. The study was conducted in Ejura-Sekyedumase Municipality in the Ashanti Region of Ghana. In Ghana, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is the regulatory body that oversees the use of recommended pesticides. Owing to the dangers the misuse or abuse of agrochemical poses to the world, scholars On average, the respondents have the moderate awareness level of health implications of agrochemical use (0.578). Augmented Cobb-Douglas production function was also used to quantify how awareness of health implications of agrochemical use affects maize output. The active ingredients are typically viscous and have a high solid content. For instance, bovine somatotropin, though widely used in the United States, is not approved in Canada and some other jurisdictions as there are concerns for the health of cows using it. They affect the underlying infection and have a systemic effect. The effects of pesticides on human health are compounded since some farmers allow children to do the spraying without personal protective gears. Source: authors computations from field survey, 2015. It is statistically significant at 1% and confirms the a priori expectation. Meanwhile, most rural folks depend on lakes, streams, and rivers as sources of drinking water thereby linking chemical contamination exposures closely with toxicity. The study focuses on Agrochemical use in Murang'a and Kirinyaga, making a comparison between Organic and Conventional Farmers. The user is legally responsible for any damage due to misuse of pesticides. The field investigator then submits a report to the Department for review. This document discusses emergencies which involve pesticide fires and spills. Also, health implications of agrochemical use should be incorporated into our education curriculum. The exposure of farmers to agrochemicals has short term and long term effects [8, 9]. 0000007878 00000 n Agrochemicals affect maize crops directly. Although accidents and emergencies involving pesticides are rare, unfortunately they do occur. This study, based on 12 months of fieldwork during 1988-1989, examines growing agrochemical dependence and misuse in St. Vin-cent and the Grenadines in the East Caribbean. Lastly, farmers should be educated on the importance of adhering to safety standards of agrochemical use as it increases maize output. xref The multivariate linear regression results showed that awareness levels of health implications of agrochemical use increase maize output. Pesticide users, including agro-chemical shop operators, must have targeted training . This is because farmers who own radio and television receive information on safety use of agrochemicals. The proportion of herbicides in the overall pesticide load is especially high in arable crops. Keokuk County rural health study: self-reported use of agricultural chemicals and protective equipment. ? Therapeutant Fungicide: A chemotherapeutant is a fungicide capable of eliminating a fungus after it has caused infection and treating the plant. Interviews conducted with 75 households in 5 indigenous communities showed that over 60% of participants grew plantain with agrochemicals. It has a positive effect on output and hence meets the a priori expectation. d) These increase the toxicity of the soil. The agrochemicals and their effects are described below: 1. Other precautionary measures like avoiding of eating, drinking, and smoking during agrochemical application is still not adhered to by farmers. agrochemical, Any chemical used in agriculture, including chemical fertilizers, herbicides, and insecticides. Quality here refers to the quantity of maize devoid of chaff and other pests infected grains. The interpretations of indices of level of awareness of health implications of agrochemical use are indicated in Table 1. trailer Leads to water pollution. About Us Agrochemicals were introduced to protect crops from pests and enhance crop yields. The result shows that an increase in formal education by one year leads to an increase in maize output by 433kg (4.33 bags). Instead of farmers properly disposing of empty containers of agrochemicals, they use them for fetching water, keep cooked food in them, store seed stocks for next season usage, and so forth. It is important to know whether farmers who are aware of health implications of agrochemical use and adhere to the safety standards are able to obtain higher or lower maize output. Proper use of pesticides is important since pesticide-drift can harm susceptible vegetation, wildlife and water supplies. . [26] findings in cowpea production. In this study, utility is defined as the satisfaction (equivalently measured as the benefit) a farmer derives from adhering to safety precautions and recommended dosage of agrochemicals. Strong winds blowing pesticides onto surrounding properties result in the largest number of complaints, so care should be taken to apply when winds are light and directed away from sensitive vegetation. The presence of agro-chemicals in the environment and food products is concerning, but the type of pesticide contamination is even more worrying. It looks like your browser does not have JavaScript enabled. M. Parhi, Diffusion of New Technology in Indian Auto Component Industry: An Examination of the Determinants of Adoption, Discussion Paper Series No. 8, pp. This study assessed factors that affect awareness of health implications of agrochemical use and its effects on maize production in Ejura-Sekyedumase Municipality of Ashanti Region, Ghana. Insecticides are chemicals that are used to kill, damage, repel, or control insects. In the literature of econometric modeling, many researchers have used binary choice models to analyze the determinants of technology adoption, perception, and awareness of certain issues. 2, no. The major source of environmental contamination by pesticides This study assessed factors that affect awareness of health implications of agrochemical use and its effects on maize production in Ejura-Sekyedumase Municipality of Ashanti Region, Ghana. xb```6 ``a`b QK,x,vef :sb B:+n;u jSaN-%,28&3 Due to the irrational use of agrochemicals, the degree of pollution in soil, air, water, and ecosystem as a whole is a big concern for us. Introduction. In most of the cases, agrochemicals refer to pesticides.[3]. Quantity of maize output is used in most studies to the neglect of quality of the produce. Africa's population, currently estimated at 1.3 billion people, is expected to double by 2050 (1), placing enormous pressure on African food production systems that are plagued by low productivity. Agro-chemicals database All acquired data on use of agrochemicals was entered into a computerised database established at Kawanda Agricultural Research Institute (KARI), Uganda (Mubiru et al. It is located in the northern part of the Ashanti Region. 2, no. Enter the email address you signed up with and we'll email you a reset link. Career, Herbicides The assertion by Owusu-Boateng and Amuzu [6] that many farmers in Ghana do not have adequate knowledge and information on the health hazards associated with handling and use of pesticides is empirically confirmed by this research. It also boosts crop yields, improves soil fertility and crop quality, and protects their investment in their crop. Herbicides and insecticides are the two dominant categories. To estimate the effect of awareness level on farm output, multiple linear regression model was used where awareness level is an additional explanatory variable measuring the effect on output. In terms of the dependent variable, agrochemical use, the response group is very similar to Italian olive farmers in general; their use of agrochemicals and changes over the last 15 years are very comparable (see Section 4). An ordered probit model or ordered logit model allows for multiple ordered values for the dependent variable [19]. Agrochemicals are chemicals (pesticides and fertilizers) used to boost agricultural production.1,2 They are used as soil conditioners, acidifiers, nutrients and are also used to control diseases caused by bacteria, fungi, pests and viruses, enhancing agricultural productivity and safety. E. Lichtenberg and D. Zilberman, The econometrics of damage control: why specification matters, American Journal of Agricultural Economics, vol. 9198, 2013. D. Awunyo-Vitor, J. Bakan, and S. Coffie, Estimation of farm level technical efficiency of small-scale Cowpea production in Ghana, American-Eurasian Journal of Agriculture and Environmental Science, vol. WEEDKILLERS are also known as herbicides. Your email address will not be published. This is an open access article distributed under the, http://ejurasekyedumase.ghanadistricts.gov.gh/. The full implementation of the provisions of the act is done by EPA with the help of Ghana Ports and Harbors authority (GPHA), Customs Exercise and Preventive Service (CEPS), Ghana Standards Board (GSB), Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA), and Factory Inspectorate Department of Ministry of Employment and Social Welfare. Herbicide use is very common in agrochemical-based agriculture, especially due to the promotion of herbicide-tolerant genetically modified crops. If you believe your property has been damaged by pesticide misuse, call the IDOA's Bureau of Environmental Programs at 1-800-641-3934 (voice and TDD) or 217-785-2427 for acomplaint form. During storage they are most vulnerable to theft, vandalism, accidental or deliberate misuse or the effects of extreme weather conditions. Agroforestry to prepare logged areas for replanting, and harvesting crops in the fall. B. The study revealed that 85% of respondents who cultivated cash crops such as Cocoa and Rubber heavily relied on the use of inorganic fertilizers and pesticides. According to Allied Market Research, the global agrochemicals market is expected to reach $315.3 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 2.9% from 2021 to 2030. Awareness of health implications of agrochemical use increases output by 309kg (3.09 bags) per acre. Herbicides are essential in integrated weed management systems. Follow all requirements on pesticide product labels. The abuse of agrochemical products poses serious problems to the environment, the farmer, and the general food consumer. Never transport pesticides in a closed passenger vehicle or in a . 115 25 Among the interventions this era saw to date were the use of fertilizers and pesticides in our day-to-day farming activity to boost yield and control pests/diseases. The result implies that farmers who have access to television and radio are more aware than those without radio, ceteris paribus. Use landscaping techniques that help increase native habitat and reduce the need for pesticides. Natural occurring substances (such as pyrethrum) and manufactured organic compounds are two types of contact insecticides. We randomly selected four communities from the list of maize producing communities within the municipality. HtTMo0W(oV-^w(v\7;E`)iu Q!G>>E},P xB_)LAFQ!5U05zDG'k6fA86X=Sn%[C#c},DW(`^| ;G>dav{wUWu8(!mgAL+Q[`&O))}ZGexo,#-1HYjM{' Despite the reduced use of agrochemicals, unsafe chemical use practices are high among farmers in Africa. Some label directions specify the maximum wind speed for application. In the bid to control maize pests such as stem borers, armyworms, silkworm, and weevils, weeds, and maize diseases such as downy mildew, maize rust, leaf blight, and leaf spot, for improvement in productivity, maize farmers have over the years resorted to the use of agrochemicals. agrochemical: [noun] an agricultural chemical (such as an herbicide or an insecticide). The agrochemicals industry contributes to agricultural progress by producing high-quality foods. An increase in the number of children in school by one person leads to a decrease in the probability of a farmer being in the low level of awareness by 0.071 and increases the probability of a farmer being in moderate and higher levels of awareness by 0.053 and 0.018, respectively. HlTO0~_q;gOMl*hQj Pesticides are use in agriculture for their capacity to reduce pest and protect foods. The municipality was randomly selected among the many maize producing districts or municipality in the region. One hundred and fifty-four (154) maize farmers were randomly sampled from the municipality. Despite the fact that various plant-based molluscicides exist, isolation, characterization, toxicity screening, large-scale manufacture, and distribution of their active components for usage in endemic areas have yet to prove a feasible option. 1, no. Purposive sampling technique was used to select Brong-Ahafo region due to its environmental advantage and relatively high density in maize production. Other studies have also found a . It may also include hormones and other chemical growth agents.[1][2]. Contact -Its main aim is to kill insects when used on a single target.Because they must strike the insect directly, most domestic insect sprays work like contact insecticides. Usually, the regulations are carried out through the registration process. Pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, fertilizers, soil conditioners, algaecides, and other agrochemicals are examples. Agrochemicals in water diffuse with larger water bodies to promote the growth of algae - which can cause organisms such as fish to die. This variable contradicted the a priori expectation. A. V. F. Ngowi, A study of farmers' knowledge, attitude and experience in the use of pesticides in coffee farming, African Newsletter on Occupational Health and Safety, vol. The attainment of formal education is very necessary for the use of agrochemicals. Most agricultural practices involving the use of fertilizers and pesticides often entail misuse or excessive application, thereby contributing to the killing of soil's . As well as to change or manage undesirable vegetation. S. Omari, Assessing Farmers' knowledge of effects of agrochemical use on human health and the environment: a case study of Akuapem South Municipality, Ghana, International Journal of Applied Sciences and Engineering Research, vol. 13, no. Site Management Improper use and disposal of containers of pesticide are mainly caused by inadequate knowledge, inadequate equipment, and storage, application of unregistered and nonapproved pesticides, and the use of an excessive dosage [2]. The study confirmed the findings of Fianko et al. The research outcome can, therefore, be used by the Ministry of Agriculture, agrochemical companies, and other agencies to raise awareness of the need for safe handling and use of agrochemical by farmers through the identification of the drivers that influences farmers level of awareness of health implications of agrochemical use. In general perspectives, agrochemical (pesticides and fertilizer) are used as both protective and productive inputs for maximum productivity. Agrochemical stores in selected geographical locations in North Central Nigeria were surveyed, a structured questionnaire administered and students of selected Universities and staff of the Ministry of Agricultural and Rural Development were sampled. 17, 2016. Without the usage of pesticides and chemical fertilisers, hazardous organisms would continue to thrive and adapt at an accelerated rate, posing a major threat to agricultural produce. Additionally, 52.6% of the respondents adhere to the recommended dosage while 47.4% do not. The law regulates the use of agrochemicals so that they are without risk to people, livestock, wildlife and the environment. A maize farmer would want to be more aware of health implications of agrochemical use if the utility he derives from being more aware is greater than the utility of being less aware. Both parties will receive written notification if the Department finds a violation and takes enforcement action. HXDJ0M`|p)%M-Y@Ln3gzsd1eH``c8R9r }j_ The socioeconomic variables included in the Cobb-Douglas production function are labor, farmers awareness levels of health implications of agrochemicals use, age, marital status, household size, years of education, extension contacts, credit, farm size, and quantity of pesticides. Marriage increases maize output by 231kg (2.31 bags). 10801087, 2013. The study recognizes that education is important for improving farmers awareness regarding health implications of agrochemicals use. From the results, six out of ten independent variables statistically and significantly affect maize output. Since the era of the Green Revolution, Agricultural production worldwide experienced much efficiency with a remarkable aim to eradicate threats of food insecurity. Biomed Res Int. 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