Farmers' Perceptions, Knowledge, and Pesticide Use Behavior: A Basic for Sustainable Agriculture Strategy in Parongpong District, West Bandung
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Farmer Knowledge, Perception, pesticide behavior, sustainable agricultureAbstract
The widespread use of chemical pesticides in Parongpong District poses significant risks to environmental and human health. This study aims to analyze the influence of farmers' perceptions and knowledge on their pesticide use behavior and to formulate sustainable agriculture strategies based on these insights. Using a quantitative approach, data were collected from 100 purposely selected farmers and analyzed through multiple linear regression. The findings show that 57% of farmers demonstrated good pesticide practices, while 43% were still engaged in risky behavior. Knowledge had a greater influence (β = 0.208) on behavior than perception (β = 0.199), although the low R² value (0.082) indicated that other factors also contributed. Despite awareness of pesticide risks, gaps remain in protective equipment use and waste management. The study highlights the need for multi-level interventions, including ICT-based farmer training, strengthened collaborative governance, and diversification through eco-friendly agricultural clusters based on Integrated Pest Management (IPM). These strategies aim to reduce pesticide dependency and promote sustainable agricultural practices. The integration of behavior-based insights with education, policy support, and technological innovation is essential for transforming agriculture in Parongpong into a safer and more environmentally responsible sector.
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