The Transfer of Biological Control Pest Management Technology with Participative Methods to Vegetable Growers Group of Grasang Sub-District, Grasang District, Buriram Province
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This study attempted to disseminate knowledge and expertise in biological pest management of farmers, emphasizing the modification of their practices using biological agents while reducing dependence on chemical inputs in vegetable fields. Employing participatory action research (PAR), the study engaged 25 members of a vegetable growing group in Krasang Sub-district, Krasang District, Buriram Province. The study unfolded in 3 sequential stages: 1) Analysis of the group contexts, 2) Transferring biotechnology methods through workshops and participatory action, and 3) Monitoring and evaluation. The findings revealed an enhancement in knowledge and understanding towards the expansion of biological substances. There was a substantial increase, rising from 16 percent to 69 percent, in the accurate application of these methods in their plots. This positive transformation was accompanied by a reduction in chemical usages, resulting in a 25.19 % decrease in production costs. The findings also indicated the emergence of adept farmers who was ready to share newfound knowledge, fostering a disposition towards using biological chemicals. This shift contributed to an upswing in membership at the Community Pest Management Center (CPMC), subsequently influencing higher vegetable prices. The assurance of safe vegetable production not only instilled their confidence but also advanced sustainability in agricultural practices.
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