ปัจจัยที่มีอิทธิพลต่อพฤติกรรมการใช้สารเคมีกำจัดศัตรูพืชของเกษตรกรผู้ปลูกมันสำปะหลัง  อำเภอท่าคันโท จังหวัดกาฬสินธุ์

Tanin  Putiso; Supachai  Sutijaroen; Orawan  Srisompun

doi:10.14456/jare-mju.2026.19

Authors

Tanin Putiso Department of Agricultural Technology, Faculty of Technology, Mahasarakham University, Maha Sarakham, Thailand https://orcid.org/0009-0005-6606-6357
Supachai Sutijaroen Department of Agricultural Technology, Faculty of Technology, Mahasarakham University, Maha Sarakham, Thailand
Orawan Srisompun Department of Agricultural Technology, Faculty of Technology, Mahasarakham University, Maha Sarakham, Thailand

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14456/jare-mju.2026.19

Keywords:

cassava farmers, chemical usage behavior, pesticides

Abstract

This research aimed to examine socio-economic characteristics, knowledge, and perceptions influencing pesticide usage behavior among cassava farmers in Tha Khantho district, Kalasin province, Data were collected through structured interviews with 361 farmers. Descriptive statistics and multiple regression analysis were performed. The respondents were predominantly female and married, between 46-55 years of age, had completed primary school, with 4–7 household members, annual income from cassava of less than 50,000 baht, with an average landholding of 10 to 20 rai. Farmers cultivated an average landholding of 10–20 rai, relying primarily on their own labor and capital. Knowledge assessment showed that most farmers had a high level of knowledge regarding pesticide use (8.68–13.00 points), although misconceptions remained in certain areas, particularly in the disposal of pesticide containers. Farmers demonstrated pesticide usage behaviors across four stages—before, during, and after application—at a high and safe level, with consideration for personal, family, and environmental safety. The regression analysis revealed that significant factors positively related to pesticide use behavior included education level, basic knowledge, and attitudes towards pesticide use when facing severe pest outbreaks Additionally, attitudes towards pesticide contamination of produce were significantly related to pesticide use behavior. Recommended policies include subsidies, low-interest loans, pesticide reduction training, expert support, guaranteed markets for pesticide-free cassava, and legislation with tax incentives to reduce pesticide use.

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