Pesticide Application among Farmers in the Catchment of Ashaiman Irrigation Scheme of Ghana: Health Implications

Pesticide use in modern day agriculture has increased tremendously. Pesticides are used to control pests and weeds, as well as protect crops from postharvest losses; however, their effects on humans and the environment cannot be overstated. This study examined pesticide acquisition, handling, and us...

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Main Authors: Memuna M. Mattah, Precious A. D. Mattah, Godfred Futagbi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2015-01-01
Series:Journal of Environmental and Public Health
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2015/547272