Socio-Economic Status and Insect Management Practices of Rice Farmers in Naogaon, Bangladesh
Author:
Rifat Alam, Motakabbir Hossain, Rafiul Mohymin Rafid, Abu Darda
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The study was conducted to know the socio-economic status and assess the practices and attitudes of rice cultivators regarding insect management in the Naogaon district of Bangladesh. A descriptive survey research design was used, and 50 rice farmers were selected through simple random sampling. The study was carried out from 10th January 2022 to 20th February 2022. Data were collected through a face-to-face interview by using a pre-structured questionnaire. The questionnaire was adapted with some modifications according to the local context. Among of the 50 farmers in total, the majority were male middleaged farmers (54%) with medium-sized families (42%) and varied educational backgrounds. Regarding land holding size, most of them were either large (34%) or medium (54%) farmers. The Average annual income was 85,500 BDT. To manage pests, 92% of farmers applied chemical treatments. Farmers had a generally positive attitude, prioritizing proper pesticide disposal, following recommended doses, and reading labels. They also recognized the potential of IPM, cultural, and biological methods, though chemical control remained the dominant practice. After all, this study provides valuable insights into rice farmers’ socioeconomic status and pest management practices in Naogaon district, Bangladesh. The findings suggest that while farmers rely heavily on chemical pesticides, they also demonstrate an awareness of sustainable practices and a generally positive attitude toward integrated pest management. These insights could inform policymakers and extension agents to promote environment friendly agriculture and assist rice farmers in adopting sustainable pest control methods.
Pages | 70-74 |
Year | 2024 |
Issue | 1 |
Volume | 5 |