Rice Farmers' Knowledge of the Risks of Pesticide Use in Bangladesh
Background. Population growth has led to the need to increase global food production. Pesticides are an important tool used in efforts to control insect pests. About 20–30% of agricultural produce is lost annually due to insect pests, diseases, weeds and rodents. While pesticides are effective again...
Main Authors: | Muhammad Matiar Rahaman, Khandakar Shariful Islam, Mahbuba Jahan |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Pure Earth
2018-01-01
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Series: | Journal of Health and Pollution |
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