Occupational exposure to pesticides is very common among workers in the agricultural sector in developing countries. The study suggests that pesticide use is often unscientific at all levels of use-from the selection of chemicals and handling practices to averting behaviour. This results in health damages to the extent of Rs. 38 per day (US$0.86) per individual.
Pesticides are responsible for hundreds of cases of poisoning in the developing world, where information and training on the potential negative health effects of these chemicals is often lacking. While the impact of the indiscriminate use of toxic
This report examines pesticide use in Kuttanad, India, an economically sensitive area often referred to as the rice bowl of Kerala. Using primary data collected from pesticide applicators and farm labor, the report assesses short-term health costs associated with pesticide exposure.
This study examines pesticide use in Kuttanad, India an ecologically sensitive area often referred to as the rice bowl of Kerala. Using primary data collected from pesticide applicators and farm labor, the study assesses short-term health costs associated with pesticide exposure.
