ADOPTION AND USE INTENSITY OF PESTICIDE IN JUNAGADH DISTRICT 3331
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2021-09
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JAU, JUNAGADH
Abstract
The research study on “Adoption and use intensity of pesticide in Junagadh
district” was undertaken. The Junagadh district was selected for research. Total of 120
farmers were selected out of which 60 UPL pesticides user, 60 non UPL pesticides
use were selected by multi-stage sampling technique. Adoption and use intensity was
determined through double hurdle model. The result of double hurdle model estimates
indicated that income, membership of farmers association, distance to company office
were the significant factors influencing pesticide use intensity. The age, farming
experience, availability of small/ large quantity pack size and price of product are
negatively significant factor for choice of pesticide by farmers. More than 75 per cent
farmers were used highly hazardous pesticide but they are using protective measures
like wearing mask, hand gloves, washing hands properly etc. The poor result of
pesticide, lack of knowledge about use of pesticide, inability to identify pesticide
adulterations that was major constraints faced by farmers